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This bill updates and standardizes various statutory forms related to garnishment modification in Minnesota. The bill revises numerous sections of Minnesota law to update the language, formatting, and content of forms used in garnishment proceedings, including earnings and non-earnings garnishment disclosures, exemption notices, and related documents. Key changes include modernizing the language to be more plain and understandable, updating references to government assistance programs, clarifying exemption processes, and making forms more user-friendly for debtors, creditors, and third-party garnishees. The bill also provides guidance on the implementation of these form changes, specifying that the updated forms must be available on the state court website by June 1, 2025, and that failure to use the exact updated forms before that date will not be grounds for legal action. The effective date for most sections is June 1, 2025, with a retroactive application from March 1, 2025, ensuring a smooth transition to the new standardized forms while providing clarity and improved accessibility for all parties involved in garnishment proceedings.

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