The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 200.031, to establish a standard for determining the residence of individuals who are subject to a civil commitment order. The new provision specifies that the residence of such individuals is defined as their last known residential address prior to the issuance of the civil commitment order. This addition aims to clarify the residency status of individuals under civil commitment, ensuring that their voting rights and residency determinations are consistent with their last known address.

In addition to the new insertion, the bill retains existing principles for determining residence, which include factors such as the individual's intention to return to their home, the temporary nature of their living situation, and the location of their family. The overall intent of the bill is to provide clear guidelines for residency determination in the context of civil commitments, thereby safeguarding the rights of affected individuals while maintaining the integrity of the voting process.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 200.031