Bill
SF 3021
Constitutional amendment prohibiting laws that condition government/private services on waiving free speech rights, affecting employment agreements and licensing requirements.
SF 3021 proposes a constitutional amendment that would prohibit any law requiring individuals to waive their free speech rights as a condition for receiving benefits, licenses, employment, or other governmental or private services. The bill would add explicit protection against coercive speech restrictions to Minnesota's constitution, making it a fundamental rights guarantee rather than a statutory protection.
This amendment would prevent governments and potentially private entities from using economic or social pressure to silence speech. Real-world applications could include disputes over mandatory non-disclosure agreements, social media content moderation conditions, employment speech restrictions, or licensing requirements that limit expression. The scope and enforceability directly affect how much power institutions have to regulate speech in exchange for services.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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