Provisions for disparate impact under Human Rights Act changes

Minnesota Senate Bill 3662, introduced on February 19, 2026, by Senators Bonnie Westlin and Ronald Latz, aimed to amend the Minnesota Human Rights Act to address "disparate impact." This legal concept refers to policies or practices that, while neutral on their face, disproportionately affect a particular group. The bill sought to modify the Act to make it easier for individuals to prove discrimination based on disparate impact.

MN SF3662 is a senate bill in the Minnesota 94th Legislature 2025-2026, sponsored by Bonnie Westlin (D), currently “Introduced” since February 19, 2026.

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As of October 11, 2026, there are no specific media reports detailing reactions to Senate Bill 3662. However, similar legislative efforts in other states to address disparate impact have been met with support from civil rights organizations, which view such measures as essential for promoting fairness and equality.

While there are no direct media reports on Senate Bill 3662, similar legislative proposals have faced opposition from business groups and some policymakers who argue that altering the standard for disparate impact could lead to increased litigation and unintended consequences for employers and institutions.