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HF 4553

Clemency Review Commission funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Esther Agbaje and 2 co-sponsors

HF 4553 would provide $375,000 in FY 2027 to the Clemency Review Commission to expand its capacity to process clemency petitions.

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Bill Summary · HF 4553

Summary of HF 4553 (2025-2026) – Clemency Review Commission Funding

Purpose and intent

  • HF 4553 proposes to appropriate funds to the Minnesota Clemency Review Commission (CRC) to enhance its capacity to process clemency petitions.
  • The bill is framed as a public safety measure by strengthening the state’s clemency process, potentially affecting how individuals seek relief from convictions.

Key provisions

  • Appropriation: The bill would appropriate $375,000 from the general fund in fiscal year 2027 to the Clemency Review Commission.
  • Purpose of funding: The funds are intended to increase the commission’s capacity to process clemency petitions, implying use for staffing, operations, or related resources to handle petitions more efficiently and thoroughly.

Who is affected

  • Clemency Review Commission: receiving the new appropriation to expand its processing capacity.
  • Individuals petitioning for clemency: expected to benefit from improved processing timelines and resources, potentially leading to faster or more thorough consideration of their petitions.
  • General fund/State finances: the appropriation represents a general fund expense in FY 2027.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduction and referral: HF 4553 was introduced and referred to the Committee on Public Safety Finance and Policy.
  • Fiscal planning: The appropriation is targeted specifically for fiscal year 2027; it is not clear from the text whether ongoing funding beyond FY 2027 is anticipated or requested.
  • Author and sponsors: Authored by A. Agbaje, Xiong, K. Lee, and Vang, with co-sponsors Samantha Vang, Esther Agbaje, and Liz Lee.

Practical impact and considerations

  • Administrative impact: The CRC would likely hire additional staff or invest in processes to manage a larger or faster-clemency workload, potentially improving throughput and decision quality.
  • Policy impact: By increasing capacity, the bill could affect petition backlog, case resolution times, and the overall effectiveness of clemency reviews.
  • Fiscal impact: A one-year appropriation of $375,000 (FY 2027) from the general fund; considerations may include whether this is a one-time infusion or the start of a broader funding plan.

Notes

  • The bill’s text provides a single substantive provision: the appropriation amount and purpose.
  • No other changes to the CRC’s structure or authorities are described in the provided text.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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