SF 3679

Introduction - 94th Legislature (2025 - 2026)

Posted on 02/20/2026 09:35 a.m.

A resolution
condemning the violent and unlawful actions against Minnesotans by U.S. Immigration
and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol during Operation Metro
Surge and calling for accountability for those responsible.

WHEREAS, two Minnesotans, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, were killed by federal
immigration officers within a two-week span while observing enforcement activities in Minneapolis;
and

WHEREAS, thousands of Minnesotans have been victims of violent attacks and unlawful
detention, harassment and abuse, sudden abduction and secretive relocation, mass imprisonment
and inhumane conditions, undue investigation, and prosecution and deportation actions, causing
physical, psychological, and emotional trauma to those Minnesotans and their loved ones; and

WHEREAS, Vice President J.D. Vance, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi
Noem, National Security Advisor Stephen Miller, and Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino
have intentionally spread misinformation about these events that blamed the victims, damaged the
reputations of the dead and suffering, caused harm to grieving families, and contributed to fear and
uncertainty about the federal government's fitness to lead; and

WHEREAS, federal agents have violated First Amendment rights by using force against
individuals peacefully engaging in constitutionally protected speech; and

WHEREAS, federal agents and the President's cabinet members violated Second Amendment
rights by threatening the right to bear arms, placed erroneous blame on Mr. Pretti for lawfully
carrying a firearm, and dishonestly described the events of that day; and

WHEREAS, federal agents have violated Fourth Amendment rights by performing searches
and seizures without warrants and without cause; and

WHEREAS, federal agents have violated the Fifth Amendment by denying citizens and
noncitizens due process and equal protection rights; and

WHEREAS, federal agents have violated the Tenth Amendment, using force and occupation
to coerce the state to submit to the federal government on matters that are strictly in the purview
of the state government; and

WHEREAS, federal agents are targeting Minnesotans based on skin color alone, as detailed
by members of Minnesota's law enforcement community, who had off-duty officers profiled by
ICE agents; and

WHEREAS, the presence and tactics of ICE and other federal agents have generated
widespread fear and trauma among Minnesota children, families, educators, and school communities,
leading to a steep drop in attendance, the necessity for some districts to shift to virtual learning,
and extraordinary safety measures at schools across the state as ICE stakes out bus stops and stops
children on their way to school; and

WHEREAS, health care providers across Minnesota have raised the alarm for a public health
crisis where people, including U.S. citizens and legal residents, are avoiding essential medical care
out of fear of encountering federal agents; and

WHEREAS, Minnesota's agricultural industry reports severe workforce shortages and staffing
disruptions as workers stay home due to fear of ICE activity, regardless of immigration status,
threatening farm labor availability, food supply, and broader economic stability; and

WHEREAS, businesses in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas have experienced significant
declines in customer activity and revenue as individuals avoid public spaces and commercial
corridors in the face of heightened enforcement activity and violent retaliation against observers;
and

WHEREAS, conditions at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis have been described
as "horrifying," with confirmed evidence of denial of medical attention, nutrition, and sanitation;
and

WHEREAS, the federal government is shipping people out of state at a rapid pace, and federal
detention centers have overwhelming reports of overcrowding, infectious disease outbreaks including
COVID-19 and measles, lack of edible food, inadequate medical care, and other inhospitable
conditions. People at these out-of-state facilities are being held indefinitely without processing or
the ability to contest their case, and their right to access their attorney is being denied; and

WHEREAS, at least 14 federal prosecutors have now resigned from the United States
Attorney's Office in Minnesota after being asked to violate personal and professional ethics and
being overwhelmed with immigration cases, leaving little capacity to prosecute crimes and further
making the state less safe. In addition, at least four leaders of the Department of Justice's Civil
Rights Division resigned when their superiors blocked an investigation into the potential violation
of rights in the shooting of Renee Good; and

WHEREAS, no human being should be subject to any of these violations in the United States
of America; and

WHEREAS, Minnesota is a welcoming state built by Native Americans and a rich history
of immigration that has propelled our culture and economy; and

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce shared U.S. Census Bureau statistics
showing international migration has become increasingly important as aging and birth rates continue
to put downward pressure on the economy, recognizing that Minnesota must capitalize on
immigration as a source of future economic growth; and

WHEREAS, the actions of the federal government are not only inhumane and unconstitutional
but have caused a chilling effect on migration to Minnesota and even tourism, creating a long-term
negative effect on the economic health and vibrancy of our state; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Minnesota Legislature condemns these
violent and unlawful actions against the people of Minnesota and violations of their constitutional
rights.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Minnesota Legislature calls for a full and transparent
investigation into these offenses and demands that those who are responsible be held accountable.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President
of the United States, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Minnesota's congressional delegation,
and other appropriate federal and state officials.