StateMinnesota

HF 3970: Remedy to extinguish a joint interest in a contract for deed of a perpetrator of domestic abuse or sexual assault established.

Kelly MollerIntroduced

HF 3970 status: Introduced — Effective date 07/01/2026 (updated Jul 1, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score75/100 civic fit
RiskModerate risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

Remedy to extinguish a joint interest in a contract for deed of a perpetrator of domestic abuse or sexual assault established.. Currently in House.

Key analysis

Constitutionality65%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion70%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Risks

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Provides clearer legal frameworks for real estate contract disputes.

Risks

  • May introduce administrative complexity for property title management.

Society

Positive Outlook
80%

Benefits

  • Increases housing security for abuse victims.
  • Reduces economic dependency on abusers by facilitating property divestment.

Risks

  • Potential for disputes regarding the legal definition of perpetrator status.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Limitation

Analysis based solely on abstract; full bill text not reviewed.

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Effective date 07/01/2026

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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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