Crime of disruption of worship services established.

Minnesota House Bill 4095, introduced on March 9, 2026, seeks to establish the crime of disrupting worship services. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.28, by adding a subdivision that prohibits such disruptions. The bill was referred to the Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee but did not progress further. ([revisor.mn.gov](https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/4095/versions/0/?utm_source=openai))

The bill has not been widely covered in the media. However, similar legislative efforts in other states have been viewed positively by religious communities, who appreciate measures that protect their places of worship.

The bill has not been widely covered in the media. However, similar legislative efforts in other states have faced criticism from civil liberties groups, who argue that such laws could infringe on free speech rights.