HF 4540·MN·house
Misrepresentation of campaign authority prohibited, criminal penalties and civil remedies provided.
IntroducedFiled Mar 23, 2026
Sponsor: Coulter
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Introduction and first reading, referred to Elections Finance and Government Operations
Mar 23, 2026
Summary
The bill bars anyone from pretending to speak or act for a real, potential, or nonexistent candidate, party, committee, fund, or related organization when trying to defraud others. Violations are punishable as a gross misdemeanor, and the attorney general, county attorneys, or harmed parties can sue for damages and up to $1,000 per violation. It takes effect on August 1, 2025.
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