Minnesota · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HF 1444: Clarifying that there is no duty to retreat before making a threat to use force in self-defense in certain circumstances.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HF 1444 is a bill introduced in the Minnesota House on February 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifying that there is no duty to retreat before making a threat to use force in self-defense in certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Matt Bliss (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2025): Author added Burkel.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Bliss | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 2B |
| John Burkel | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1A |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Author added Burkel
- Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy