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The Advocates for Human Rights tracks legislation that impacts the basic human rights of Minnesotans and actively partners with civil society organizations to advocate for human rights issues, collaborate on advocacy efforts, and effect legislation to address human rights issues in Minnesota. Click here for information about immigration-related legislation before the Minnesota Legislature, which we track on our Energy of a Nation website.

H.F. 2738 - Constitutional amendment for voter photographic identification (photo ID) requirement

Proposes amending Minnesota's constitution to require photo identification to vote
Undermines the right of all persons to participate in the civic life of the community
Results in discrimination against racial minorities, the poor, and the elderly

S.F. 1577 and 1578 - Constitutional amendment for voter photographic identification (photo ID) requirement

Proposes amending Minnesota's constitution to require photo identification to vote
Undermines the right of all persons to participate in the civic life of the community
Results in discrimination against racial minorities, the poor, and the elderly

H.F. 1758 - Sexual violence working group established, and school violence prevention curriculum amended

H.F. 1758 - Sexual violence working group established, and school violence prevention curriculum amended.

Lead Author: Rep. Kerry Gauthier (DFL) Dist. 07B

Status: Referred to Education Reform. Authors added: Paymar, Moran, Murphy E.