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HF 3670

Definition of sexual orientation modified for purposes of the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Isaac Schultz

Minnesota bill modifies sexual orientation definition in Human Rights Act; committee review pending to determine scope of discrimination protections.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
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Bill Summary · HF 3670

Legislative bill overview

HF 3670 modifies how "sexual orientation" is defined under Minnesota's Human Rights Act. The bill has been introduced and referred to the Judiciary Finance and Civil Law committee but no specific text details are publicly available yet at this early stage.

Why is this important

Definitional changes to human rights statutes directly affect who receives legal protections against discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas. How sexual orientation is defined can determine the scope of protections available to LGBTQ+ individuals or, conversely, potential carve-outs or limitations.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether the modification expands or narrows existing protections for sexual orientation-based discrimination
  • Whether the change aligns definitions with evolving legal standards or creates inconsistencies with federal law
  • Whether stakeholders across the political spectrum agree on the appropriateness and necessity of the definitional shift

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

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