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This bill is a resolution by the Minnesota legislature urging the United States Congress to exercise its constitutional powers to investigate and provide oversight of the Executive branch. The resolution begins by emphasizing the fundamental principle of separation of powers among the three branches of government and the importance of the Rule of Law, citing James Madison's warning about the dangers of power concentration. The bill alleges that since January 20, 2025, the Executive branch has overstepped its constitutional boundaries by: undermining due process in immigration proceedings, challenging judicial authority, improperly impounding congressionally appropriated funds, infringing on First Amendment rights by targeting universities, law firms, and political organizations, and compromising national security through lax background checks and mishandling sensitive data. The resolution calls on Congress to use its full constitutional oversight authority to protect the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution. Additionally, the bill directs the Minnesota Secretary of State to send copies of this memorial to key federal government officials, including the President, congressional leadership, and Minnesota's congressional delegation, to formally communicate the state legislature's concerns about potential executive overreach.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF3326&ssn=0&y=2025