Capitol complex dangerous weapons prohibition provision
SF 3631 prohibits possessing dangerous weapons, ammunition, or explosives in Minnesota's Capitol complex courthouses and specific state buildings (excluding the National Guard Armory). It makes this a felony punishable by up to five years in prison or a $10,000 fine. The law includes exemptions for law enforcement officers on duty, permit holders who notify authorities, individuals displaying weapons as evidence with sheriff approval, and retired officers with specific security roles. The bill takes effect on August 1, 2026, directly affecting anyone entering these buildings without an exemption.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 19, 2026
Last action Feb 23, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
No floor votes recorded yet.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Feb 19, 2026
Committee
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
upper
Feb 19, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bonnie Westlin
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Co
Liz Boldon
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Ask Maddy
·
AI policy assistant
Ask Maddy about SF 3631
Scope: MN
Hi! I can help you understand SF 3631. What would you like to know?
Try one of these
i
Maddy answers using official bill text and legislative records. Always verify before sharing.
Sources cited inline