Minnesota SF4953 establishes the crime of providing material support or resources for terrorism.

Minnesota SF4953 creates a new crime of providing material support or resources for terrorism. This includes any property, service, or assistance to a designated foreign terrorist organization or those engaged in terrorist activities. The bill defines "material support or resources" to exclude medicine or religious materials. Violators face criminal penalties, including imprisonment and fines, with the severity of the penalty depending on whether the violation results in great bodily harm or death. The law takes effect August 1, 2026.

Minnesota SF4953 establishes the crime of providing material support or resources for terrorism.

Minnesota SF4953 creates a new crime of providing material support or resources for terrorism. This includes any property, service, or assistance to a designated foreign terrorist organization or those engaged in terrorist activities. The bill defines "material support or resources" to exclude medicine or religious materials. Violators face criminal penalties, including imprisonment and fines, with the severity of the penalty depending on whether the violation results in great bodily harm or death. The law takes effect August 1, 2026.