Seat belt use gag rule repealed.

HF 1986 repeals a Minnesota law that previously prevented courts from considering whether seat belts were used in personal injury or property damage lawsuits involving vehicle accidents. This bill removes the restriction on using seat belt use as evidence in court cases. It directly affects individuals involved in motor vehicle accident lawsuits where seat belt usage might be relevant to determining liability. The key change is simply allowing courts to admit evidence about seat belt use, which was previously prohibited under Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 169.685, subdivision 4.