This bill proposes an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution, specifically adding a new section to Article I that guarantees equal rights under the law and prohibits discrimination based on various characteristics. The amendment states that all individuals are entitled to equal rights, and the state cannot discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sex, which includes specific protections related to pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Additionally, any state action that denies equal rights must meet a high standard of justification, being the least restrictive means of achieving a compelling governmental interest.

The proposed amendment is set to be submitted to voters during the 2026 general election, and if ratified, it will take effect on January 1, 2027. The ballot question will ask voters if they support the amendment, which is titled the "Minnesota Equal Rights Amendment." The amendment is designed to be self-executing and does not limit existing rights or prevent the establishment of laws aimed at preventing or remedying discrimination based on the specified characteristics.