Bill > HF3534

This bill, titled the "Minor Party Ballot Access Act," modifies the requirements for minor political parties to appear on ballots in Minnesota, aiming to make it easier for them to participate in elections. It redefines what constitutes a "minor political party" by focusing on maintaining an active organization and complying with party rules and a new section requiring a state convention at least every two years, with the state executive committee managing general affairs and filing the party's constitution with the secretary of state. The bill also clarifies that minor party candidates, like major party candidates, will be nominated by filing an affidavit of candidacy and a nomination certificate, rather than through a primary election, and establishes procedures for minor party candidates to withdraw or fill vacancies in nominations, aligning them more closely with the processes for major parties. These changes are intended to be effective for elections occurring after November 3, 2026.

Government Affairs

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3534/