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SF 2216

Omnibus Commerce and Consumer Protections policy and appropriations

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kaohly Her and 1 co-sponsor

Minnesota omnibus bill reconciling House-Senate differences on commerce regulations, consumer protections, and agency appropriations through conference committee negotiations.

House conferees Her; Elkins; O'Driscoll; Rymer
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Bill Summary · SF 2216

Legislative bill overview

SF 2216 is an omnibus bill addressing commerce and consumer protections in Minnesota, currently in conference committee to reconcile differences between House and Senate versions. The bill combines policy changes and appropriations related to consumer affairs, commercial regulation, and related state spending.

Why is this important

Omnibus commerce bills typically affect how businesses operate, what protections consumers receive, and how state agencies enforce commercial laws. These bills often carry significant fiscal implications and can impact everything from licensing requirements to dispute resolution processes across multiple industries.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and negotiation complexity: Omnibus bills bundle diverse issues, making conference committee negotiations difficult as disagreements on individual provisions can stall the entire package
  • Consumer protection vs. business burden: Potential conflicts between strengthening consumer safeguards and concerns about regulatory costs imposed on small or large businesses
  • Appropriations allocation: Disputes over funding levels for enforcement agencies, consumer complaint processes, and regulatory oversight programs

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

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