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SF 4761

Limit liability for all corporate donations for death or injury to a participant resulting from the inherent risks of livestock activities

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Torrey Westrom

The bill seeks to limit liability for corporate donations related to injuries or deaths arising from inherent risks in livestock activities.

Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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Bill Summary · SF 4761

Summary of Bill SF 4761 (Minnesota, 2025-2026)

Title

Limit liability for all corporate donations for death or injury to a participant resulting from the inherent risks of livestock activities

Purpose and intent

  • The bill appears to establish a liability limitation related to injuries or deaths that occur to participants due to the inherent risks of livestock activities.
  • It indicates a focus on corporate donations in connection with such incidents, potentially limiting liability or damages arising from corporate giving related to these events.

Key provisions and changes (as described by the bill’s title and status)

  • Liability limitation: The core aim is to limit liability for “all corporate donations” associated with death or injury to a participant resulting from the inherent risks of livestock activities.
    • This suggests statutory protection from certain claims or damages that could otherwise be brought against corporations that donate in relation to livestock activities, particularly when a participant is injured or dies due to inherent risks.
  • Scope of application:
    • Applies to situations involving livestock activities where participants face inherent risks (e.g., activities commonly associated with farms, fairs, rodeos, or similar livestock-related events).
    • The limitation appears tied to corporate donations, potentially shielding corporations from liability linked to their monetary or in-kind contributions.
  • Civil liability framework:
    • The bill would modify or add to Minnesota civil liability law to carve out protections for corporations in the specified context.
    • It may define the types of donations covered (e.g., monetary gifts, in-kind donations) and the extent of protection (e.g., caps on damages, immunity from certain claims).

Who would be affected

  • Corporations and corporate donors:
    • Potentially shielded from liability related to their donations in the context of livestock activities, specifically when a participant is harmed due to inherent risks.
  • Participants in livestock activities:
    • Individuals who are injured or die may experience changes to the remedies available against corporate donors for contributions related to the event.
  • Event organizers, sponsors, and venues:
    • May see clarified but expanded protections for corporate donors, influencing risk allocation and liability considerations at livestock events.
  • Legal system/claims handling:
    • Could see changes in how certain claims are evaluated, litigated, or settled when corporate donations are involved.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and first reading: March 25, 2026.
  • Referred to committees: Judiciary and Public Safety (same day).
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Torrey Westrom.
  • Next steps (typical process):
    • Committee hearings to hear testimony, amend the bill, and vote.
    • If advanced, potential floor debate and passage by the Minnesota Legislature.
    • If passed, moves to the other chamber (Senate or House, depending on chamber structure for Minnesota) and then to the governor for signature or veto.

Notes and considerations

  • The bill’s title indicates a liability limitation related to corporate donations, which could reduce certain avenues for compensation against corporate donors in livestock-related injury or death cases.
  • Without the full text, specifics such as the precise statutory language, definitions, remedies, carve-outs (e.g., gross negligence, intentional misconduct), caps on damages, or applicability to specific types of livestock activities are not available. The exact scope and limitations would be determined by the bill’s statutory language and any accompanying notes (e.g., fiscal impact, sunsets, or emergency provisions).
  • Stakeholders to watch include agricultural interests, livestock event organizers, corporate sponsors, legal advocates for participants, and consumer safety groups.

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

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