SF 5225 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Constitutional Amendment proposal to recognize that a preborn child has the right to life

This bill proposes adding a new section to the Minnesota Constitution to state that a preborn child has a right to life. It defines a preborn child as a living human fetus from fertilization until live birth. The amendment includes specific exceptions to allow medical treatment for the pregnant individual and the removal of nonviable or deceased preborn children. If passed by the legislature, the measure would be placed on the 2026 general election ballot for voters to decide.
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Apr 2026
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Governor
Introduced Apr 27, 2026 Last action Apr 27, 2026
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Apr 27, 2026
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Referred to State and Local Government
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Apr 27, 2026
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Introduction and first reading
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors

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