HF 3163 Minnesota House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Legislators clarified to be able to perform civil marriages.

This bill clarifies that current Minnesota state legislators (senators and representatives) may legally perform civil marriages. It directly affects legislators by explicitly adding them to the list of authorized marriage officiants under Minnesota law. The key provision amends Minnesota Statutes section 517.04 to include "a current member of the senate or the house of representatives" as an authorized person, alongside judges, ministers, and registered civil marriage officiants. This change removes ambiguity about legislators' ability to solemnize weddings without requiring additional registration or special permission.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 7, 2025 Last action Apr 10, 2025
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Apr 7, 2025
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