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.
SF 4040 prohibits Minnesota employers from requiring a driver's license as a condition of employment, except for jobs where driving is an essential function. It directly affects employers statewide and job applicants who may lack a license due to cost, disability, or other barriers. The bill allows employers to accept alternative identification documents (like those used for USCIS verification) instead of a driver's license. Employers may still accept a license if voluntarily offered by an applicant, but cannot use this acceptance as evidence of a violation. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.
HF 3435 limits access to Minnesota school sites by federal immigration officials. It requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and other DHS agents to show valid identification, provide a written statement of purpose, and obtain a judicial warrant before entering schools. School officials must also approve entry and restrict such agents to areas without students present, even if all requirements are met. The bill applies directly to federal immigration enforcement personnel and school districts operating under Minnesota law.
HF 1520 modifies Minnesota's drivers' license application requirements by clarifying acceptable documents for proving identity, date of birth, and name changes. It specifies that applicants may use REAL ID-compliant licenses, U.S. passports, birth certificates, immigration documents (like permanent resident cards or naturalization certificates), or court-issued marriage/divorce records. The bill also adds that documents for name changes must be certified copies of marriage certificates, court orders, or divorce decrees. These changes directly affect individuals applying for or renewing a Minnesota driver's license or ID card. The bill does not create new penalties or alter existing license revocation rules.
SF 3492 repeals Minnesota's 2017 law that required driver's licenses to meet federal REAL ID standards. The repeal, effective July 1, 2026, would end the state's requirement to issue REAL ID-compliant licenses and to provide specific information about REAL ID to applicants. The bill also directs the state to prepare new legislation by February 2026 to update relevant statutes. This change would remove Minnesota's state-level implementation of REAL ID standards, though the federal requirement for REAL ID-compliant licenses to board domestic flights would remain in effect.
This bill modifies Minnesota's driver's license application requirements by expanding the list of acceptable documents to prove identity, date of birth, and name changes. It adds specific documents like REAL ID-compliant licenses, U.S. passports, certified birth certificates, immigration documents (e.g., I-551 cards), and court-ordered name change proofs (marriage certificates, divorce decrees). Applicants must now provide unaltered, legible documents from the approved list. The changes directly affect anyone applying for or renewing a Minnesota driver's license or ID card who relies on these alternative documents. The bill does not alter license revocation rules, which remain unchanged in section 171.17.
SF 1482 requires applicants for a Minnesota driver's license or identification card to provide proof of lawful presence in the United States. This bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 171.04, adding a new eligibility requirement that explicitly prohibits issuing licenses to applicants who fail to provide such proof. It directly affects all new applicants for driver's licenses or ID cards in Minnesota, including non-citizens who cannot verify lawful immigration status. The bill states its intent is to "enhance safety" and comply with federal law (U.S. Code Title 8, Section 1324), though it does not specify acceptable forms of proof.
This bill prohibits municipalities from accepting their own municipal ID cards as valid identification for state or federal services. It directly affects residents who rely on municipal IDs (issued by cities to verify residency) when accessing services like state benefits or federal programs. The key provision explicitly states that municipal IDs cannot be used to meet identification requirements for these services, regardless of existing laws or rules. The bill takes effect immediately after enactment.
HF 16 prohibits Minnesota cities, counties, or local governments from passing laws that block law enforcement from sharing immigration status information with federal authorities. It requires county attorneys to notify federal immigration agencies when someone without legal status is arrested for a violent crime. The bill overrides any local "noncooperation" policies that would restrict this information sharing or federal immigration enforcement. It applies to all local law enforcement and government entities in Minnesota, ensuring consistent cooperation with federal immigration enforcement on specific matters.
HF 1323 prohibits undocumented noncitizens (students without legal U.S. immigration status) from receiving state-funded financial aid for higher education in Minnesota. The bill amends state law to explicitly state that undocumented students cannot receive any state tax revenue-funded aid, including grants, scholarships, tuition waivers, or other financial assistance from public colleges or the state. This applies to all state financial aid programs, excluding federal aid or private scholarships. The policy takes effect for fall 2025-2026 academic year aid awards.
