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MN HF640
MN HF640Fourth-degree assault crime related to transit operators expanded to include transportation network company drivers.
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Introduced
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to public safety; expanding fourth-degree assault crime related to transit operators to include transportation network company drivers; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.2231, subdivision 11.
AI Summary
This bill expands the existing fourth-degree assault crime statute to include transportation network company (TNC) drivers, such as those working for ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, as protected under the law. Currently, the statute protects transit operators like public transportation drivers, light rail operators, and commuter rail service drivers from assault while performing their job duties. The proposed amendment adds TNC drivers to this list, making it a gross misdemeanor to assault these drivers while they are working. If convicted, a person could face up to 364 days in jail, a fine of up to $3,000, or both. The bill specifically references section 65B.472, subdivision 1, paragraph (m), which defines transportation network companies. The change will become effective on August 1, 2025, and will apply to crimes committed on or after that date, providing legal protection for ride-share drivers similar to that already afforded to other public transit operators.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Author added Perryman (on 04/21/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0640&ssn=0&y=2025 |
BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF640&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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