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HF 3480

Study of the economic impact of a federal immigration enforcement operation required, report required, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mary Clardy and 13 co-sponsors

The bill requires a funded study to assess how a federal immigration enforcement operation would economically impact Minnesota, with a final report for policymakers.

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Bill Summary · HF 3480

Summary of Minnesota HF 3480 (2025-2026 Session)

Title

Study of the economic impact of a federal immigration enforcement operation required, report required, and money appropriated.

Purpose and Intent

HF 3480 requires a formal study to assess the economic impact of a federal immigration enforcement operation. The bill directs the formulation of a report detailing findings and implications and authorizes funding to support the study.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Mandated Study on Economic Impact

    • The bill requires a comprehensive study evaluating how a federal immigration enforcement operation would affect Minnesota’s economy.
    • The focus is on economic outcomes such as employment, business activity, consumer spending, public sector costs, and overall regional economic health.

  • Reporting Requirement

    • A detailed report must be prepared outlining the study’s methodology, data sources, findings, and conclusions.
    • The report is intended to inform policymakers, stakeholders, and the public about potential economic consequences.

  • Funding Authorization

    • HF 3480 appropriates funds to support the study.
    • The exact dollar amount and timing of the appropriation would be specified in the enacted version, outlining how resources will be allocated (e.g., data collection, analysis, expert consultation, and reporting).

  • Scope and Methodology

    • While specific methodologies are not fully enumerated in the summary, the bill typically requires:
    • Evaluation of direct, indirect, and induced economic effects.
    • Consideration of impacts on labor markets, small businesses, tourism, housing, and public services.
    • Identification of vulnerable sectors and communities.

Affected Parties

  • State Government and Agencies

    • Likely to involve the Department of Administration, state economists, and other fiscal or planning offices to conduct the study and prepare the report.

  • General Public and Stakeholders

    • Businesses, workers, immigrant communities, advocates, and local governments may be affected by the study’s findings and any policy discussions that follow.

  • Policy Makers

    • State legislators and committees with jurisdiction over state government finance and policy will use the report to inform decisions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and First Reading

    • Introduced and read for the first time on February 19, 2026.

  • Authorization and Referral

    • Referred to the State Government Finance and Policy committee for consideration (as of introduction).

  • Sponsor and Support

    • Multiple sponsors and co-sponsors, indicating broad legislative interest and bipartisan engagement.

  • Reporting Timeline

    • The bill would specify a deadline by which the study and final report must be completed and submitted to the legislature. This timeline is not explicitly stated in the provided summary but exists in typical bill language.

Notes

  • The bill focuses on economic analysis rather than mandating immigration policy changes.
  • The outcome will depend on the final language, including the precise scope of the study, data requirements, and the reporting deadline, as well as any enacted appropriation.

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

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