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HF 1305

Permit applications for large events on public property required to include a written sensory-friendly accommodations plan.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brion Curran and 3 co-sponsors

Permits for large public events must include a written sensory-friendly accommodations plan detailing access, quiet spaces, staff training, and complaint procedures.

Introduction and first reading, referred to State Government Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 1305

Summary of HF 1305 (2025-2026) – Minnesota

Purpose and Intent

HF 1305 requires that permit applications for large events on public property include a written sensory-friendly accommodations plan. The bill aims to ensure that events held on public grounds are prepared to address sensory-related concerns (e.g., for individuals with autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, or other sensory processing needs) by proactively outlining accommodations and supports.

Key Provisions

  • Scope of applicability

    • Applies to permit applications for large events that will take place on public property in Minnesota. The term “large events” is defined within the bill (the exact threshold may be specified in the full text; if not, it would be determined by related administrative rules or definitions in state code).

  • Mandatory sensory-friendly accommodations plan

    • Permit applicants must submit a written sensory-friendly accommodations plan as part of the application package.
    • The plan should detail:
    • Physical accommodations (e.g., quiet spaces, lowered noise levels, designated sensory-friendly zones).
    • Accessibility considerations (e.g., access for individuals with disabilities, transit and crowd management).
    • Communication and signage strategies (e.g., clear, simple messaging; visual supports).
    • Staffing and training (e.g., staff or volunteers trained in sensory-friendly practices, de-escalation protocols).
    • Procedures for responding to sensory-related complaints or incidents.
    • Availability of quiet rooms, reduced-stimulus areas, or alternative formats for materials.

  • Standards and format

    • The bill requires a written format rather than a summary, with sufficient detail to evaluate readiness and plan implementation.
    • The plan may specify timelines for implementation and responsibilities of event organizers, host agencies, or public property managers.

  • Review and compliance

    • Public agencies issuing permits would review the sensory-friendly accommodations plan as part of the permit decision-making process.
    • There may be conformity or completeness checks to ensure the plan is included and reasonable; noncompliance could affect permit issuance or renewal, depending on the final statutory language.

Affected Parties

  • Event organizers and promoters applying for permits to hold large events on public property.
  • Public property managing agencies that issue or regulate event permits.
  • Attendees and the general public benefiting from increased accessibility and sensory-friendly environments at public events.
  • Support services and vendors contracted by events (e.g., security, medical, accessibility consultants) who may need to align with the sensory-friendly plan.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Current status (as of the provided history)
    • Introduced and referred on 2025-02-20 to the State Government Finance and Policy committee.
  • Next steps in the legislative process
    • The bill would typically move through committee discussions, potential amendments, and, if approved, a floor vote in the House.
    • If passed, it would proceed to the Senate (or corresponding steps in the Minnesota legislature) and, subsequently, be subject to the governor’s signature or veto.

Additional Context

  • The bill is sponsored in part by multiple co-sponsors (Brion Curran, Mike Freiberg, Jess Hanson, Kim Hicks), indicating cross-member support.
  • The emphasis on sensory-friendly planning reflects a broader trend toward accessibility and inclusive planning for public events.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to the exact language of HF 1305 (once the full text is available) or add a comparison to related accessibility requirements in Minnesota law.

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

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