This bill establishes the SAVE Minnesota Act, which requires voters to present a specific photo identification card to register to vote and to cast their ballots. To obtain this new voter identification card, applicants must provide proof of their U.S. citizenship and may receive certain vital records, such as birth certificates, without a fee. The legislation also creates a new voter identification card program, modifies existing driver's license requirements, and sets up a process for handling provisional ballots. Additionally, the bill includes funding provisions to support the administration of these new election procedures and establishes a children's trust fund.
This bill requires Minnesota voter registration forms to include any new requirements mandated by federal law, such as asking voters to provide proof of citizenship. It directs the Secretary of State to ensure all election officials comply with federal election rules and to distribute $5 million in state funds to counties based on their 2024 voter turnout to help cover costs associated with these new federal mandates. The legislation also mandates that the Secretary of State submit annual reports to the legislature confirming that the state and local officials are meeting these federal obligations.
This bill modifies MinnesotaCare eligibility rules to exclude undocumented noncitizens from receiving coverage. It directly affects individuals residing in Minnesota without legal immigration status, removing their access to the state's health insurance program. The legislation defines undocumented noncitizens as those living in the United States without approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and requires families with citizen children to provide documentation proving their citizenship status. The change takes effect immediately upon final enactment, with no grandfathering provisions for adults who were previously enrolled in MinnesotaCare.
This bill requires housing agencies in Minnesota to verify that every adult in a household has proof of citizenship or lawful immigration status before providing rental assistance or down payment assistance. The change directly affects housing programs under Minnesota Statutes 462A.07 by adding a new requirement for documentation of legal residency. Agencies must check these documents for all adults in a household before issuing any financial aid for housing. The legislation does not specify which forms of documentation are acceptable, leaving that determination to the agencies implementing the rule.
This bill requires Minnesota driver's licenses issued to individuals without lawful immigration status to display their immigration status on the card. The amendment modifies state statutes governing driver's license applications and license design to ensure noncompliant licenses clearly indicate the holder's immigration status while maintaining existing requirements for citizenship verification on enhanced licenses. The legislation affects all applicants seeking driver's licenses or identification cards in Minnesota, with specific provisions for how applications must be processed and what information must appear on issued licenses. The bill does not change residency requirements or the ability to obtain a license, but adds a new disclosure requirement for those whose immigration status does not meet federal standards.
SF 4054 modifies MinnesotaCare eligibility to exclude undocumented noncitizens. The bill amends state law to state that undocumented noncitizens (defined as those residing without U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services approval) are ineligible for MinnesotaCare, effective January 1, 2026. Lawfully present noncitizens meeting federal definitions and income guidelines (up to 200% of the federal poverty level) remain eligible, as do families with citizen children who provide required citizenship documentation. This change directly affects undocumented noncitizens seeking MinnesotaCare coverage after the effective date. The bill does not alter eligibility for emergency medical assistance under separate provisions.
HF 3606 requires applicants for Minnesota's rental or down payment assistance programs to provide proof of citizenship or lawful immigration status for every adult in their household before receiving funds. This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to add a new requirement that housing assistance agencies must verify this status prior to issuing payments. It directly affects adult household members seeking rental subsidies or down payment assistance through state-funded housing programs. The bill is currently in committee referral after its introduction on February 23, 2026.
HF 465 requires all peace officers in Minnesota, including those with the Minnesota State Patrol, to be U.S. citizens. The bill amends state law (Minnesota Statutes 626.843, 626.845, and 626.87) to add citizenship as a mandatory qualification for licensing and employment. This change applies to both full-time and part-time peace officers seeking or renewing certification. The bill establishes a new requirement that would be enforced through the existing licensing and certification processes managed by the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. It does not address existing officers' current citizenship status but would affect future hiring and license renewals.
This bill amends Minnesota law to explicitly state that undocumented noncitizens (those living in the U.S. without U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services approval) are ineligible for MinnesotaCare, the state's health care program. It directly affects undocumented immigrants seeking health coverage through MinnesotaCare, removing their eligibility. The key provision adds a clear citizenship requirement to the statute, defining undocumented noncitizens and stating they cannot qualify for the program. This change does not impact lawfully present noncitizens or individuals with incomes under 200% of the federal poverty level who qualify for other health assistance.
HF 894 amends Minnesota law to explicitly exclude undocumented noncitizens from eligibility for MinnesotaCare, the state's health insurance program. The bill defines "undocumented noncitizens" as individuals residing in the U.S. without approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This change directly affects noncitizens without legal immigration status who previously qualified for MinnesotaCare, while maintaining eligibility for U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawfully present noncitizens under existing rules. The amendment takes effect the day after final enactment.
