Minnesota HF5091: Process of firearm purchase by peace officers modified.

What the bill says

A bill for an act relating to public safety; modifying the process of firearm purchase by peace officers; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 624.

From the introduced text, April 28, 2026:

A bill for an act relating to public safety; modifying the process of firearm purchase by peace officers; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 624. Section 1. new text begin [ADDED: [624.7135] FIREARM PURCHASE BY PEACE OFFICERS.] new text end new text begin [ADDED: An actively licensed Minnesota peace officer may purchase a firearm under this chapter by presenting the peace officer's badge or other officially issued government identification demonstrating that the person is currently employed as a peace officer in Minnesota, along with photo identification sufficient to prove the officer's identity. This proof shall be considered as the equivalent of presenting a transferee permit for the purchase of the firearm.] new text end

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Sponsors

• Peggy Scott (R) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. April 28, 2026: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy

Common questions

What is HF5091?

HF5091 is a bill in the Minnesota Legislature (94th Legislature 2025-2026): Process of firearm purchase by peace officers modified.

What does HF5091 do?

In its own words: A bill for an act relating to public safety; modifying the process of firearm purchase by peace officers; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 624.

What is the status of HF5091?

In committee as of April 28, 2026. Latest action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy (April 28, 2026).

Who sponsored HF5091?

Peggy Scott (R).

Where is the official record for HF5091?

On the Minnesota Legislature website: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF5091&y=2025&ssn=0&b=house