Minnesota S.F. 1997
Summary: This omnibus spending bill includes a provision that would allow local units of government to provide health benefits to their employees at their discretion, including domestic partner benefits to the same sex partners of public employees.
Status: On May 4, 2007, the bill passed the Senate, 42-23, and the House, 71-57. Governor Pawlenty vetoed the bill on May 7, 2007, stating “I am opposed to any legislation concerning domestic partners benefits.”
Full Text: Read the full text of this bill.
Rating: Supported
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Last Updated: 5/7/2007