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HF 2806

State Board of Investment prohibited from investing in companies that boycott mining, energy production, production agriculture, or commercial lumber production; State Board of Investment required to divest from companies boycotting said industries; state agency contracts prohibited; and certain financial institution discrimination prohibited.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Walter Hudson

The bill would bar the Minnesota State Board of Investment from investing in or divesting from companies that boycott mining, energy, production agriculture, or commercial lumber,

Introduction and first reading, referred to State Government Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 2806

Summary of HF 2806 (Minnesota)

Overview

HF 2806 would restrict the Minnesota State Board of Investment (SBOI) from investing in companies that boycott four targeted sectors—mining, energy production, production agriculture, and commercial lumber production. It also would require divestment from such companies and extend procurement and financial-services provisions to discourage engagement with boycotting entities. The bill is currently introductory and in the first reading, having been introduced on March 26, 2025, and referred to the State Government Finance and Policy committee. A companion measure exists in the Senate as SF 851.

Key provisions

  • Investment restrictions for SBOI

    • Prohibits the State Board of Investment from investing in companies that boycott the listed industries.
    • Requires SBOI to divest from companies that adopt such boycotts.

  • State contracting restrictions

    • Prohibits state agencies from contracting with entities that boycott the four industries mentioned above.

  • Financial-institution discrimination prohibition

    • Bars or restricts discriminatory practices by financial institutions, as defined in the bill, in certain Minnesota financial-services contexts.

Note: The specific definitions, thresholds for what constitutes a boycott, the scope of “divestment,” the range of contracts covered, and the exact prohibitions related to financial institutions are not detailed in the provided summary. The full text would clarify these elements and any exemptions or due-diligence requirements.

Who is affected

  • State investors and procurement officials: SBOI personnel and state procurement officers would implement the investment and contracting restrictions.
  • Industries affected: Companies that boycott mining, energy production, production agriculture, or commercial lumber production could be targeted for divestment or exclusion from state contracts.
  • Financial institutions: Institutions offering services to Minnesota state agencies or residents could be affected by new discrimination prohibitions.
  • Minnesota businesses and residents: Indirectly affected through shifts in state investment portfolios and procurement practices.

Procedural/timeline notes

  • Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to State Government Finance and Policy.
  • Introduced: March 26, 2025.
  • Related legislation: SF 851 (companion in the Senate).

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Potential shifts in SBOI’s portfolio away from certain companies, which could affect investment performance and risk metrics depending on market positions of those firms.
  • Procurement availability and supplier diversity could be influenced if certain vendors are disqualified due to boycott status.
  • Clarifications in definitions (what constitutes a boycott, the scope of “divestment,” and what counts as discrimination) will shape implementation and compliance burden.
  • The interaction between investment rules and existing fiduciary duties, as well as any potential constitutional or statutory conflicts, would likely be addressed in committee discussions.

Open questions for readers

  • What exact criteria define “boycott” and which corporate actions trigger the restrictions?
  • Are there grandfathering provisions or phased-in timelines for divestment and contract exclusions?
  • What are the enforcement mechanisms and penalties for noncompliance by agencies or the SBOI?

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

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