Criminal penalties for human trafficking offenses increased, employment of unauthorized individuals prohibited, sanctuary cities prohibited, and reports required.

HF 2351 increases criminal penalties for human trafficking and prohibits employers from knowingly hiring individuals without legal work authorization in the U.S. It requires state agencies providing assistance to people without legal status to report annual spending by December 15, including goods, services, and costs. Employers violating the hiring ban face fines of $1,000-$10,000 per violation and potential license suspension, while using fake IDs to verify employment becomes a felony punishable by up to two years in prison. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to strengthen enforcement of immigration-related employment rules and reporting obligations.