State • Minnesota

HF 2358: Enhanced criminal penalty provided for violations of coercion crime.

Scott Van BinsbergenIntroduced

HF 2358 status: Introduced — Effective date 08/01/2026 (updated Aug 1, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score55/100 civic fit
RiskHigh risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

Enhanced criminal penalty provided for violations of coercion crime.. Currently in House.

Key analysis

Constitutionality75%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion65%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental benefit identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental risk identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct economic benefit identified

Risks

  • Potential increase in state correctional budget requirements

Society

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Potential for stronger protections for victims of coercion
  • Increased deterrence for coercive behaviors

Risks

  • Risk of higher incarceration rates
  • Potential for over-criminalization concerns
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

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Limitation

Analysis based solely on abstract; full text of penalty changes not provided

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Effective date 08/01/2026

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
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Enacted

Upcoming
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