The proposed bill introduces new legal provisions under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 604, specifically titled the "Anti-Lawfare Law." It defines a "government entity" as either a state agency or a municipality and clarifies that the term "person" excludes government entities. The bill establishes that if a government entity initiates a legal action against an individual and does not succeed, it will be responsible for covering all costs, disbursements, and attorney fees incurred by the individual in their defense.
Additionally, the bill states that the introduction of these provisions does not limit any other available legal remedies. The effective date for this law is set for August 1, 2025, and it will apply to actions that are commenced on or after that date.