Constitutional amendment providing for equal rights under the law and prohibiting discrimination based on certain characteristics

SF 3461 proposes adding a new constitutional amendment to Minnesota's Constitution that guarantees all persons equal rights under state law and prohibits state discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sex - including protections for pregnancy decisions, gender identity, and sexual orientation. If approved by voters in 2026, this amendment would make state actions denying equal rights illegal unless they are the least restrictive way to achieve a compelling government purpose. The amendment applies to all state agencies and political subdivisions, and it explicitly states it does not limit existing constitutional rights or prevent anti-discrimination laws. The proposed wording would be submitted to voters as "Minnesota Equal Rights Amendment" in the 2026 general election, with ratification taking effect January 1, 2027.