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Minnesota AI and Privacy Laws

Minnesota has no broad AI law: a frontier AI safety bill and other 2026 AI bills died when the session ended May 18, 2026.

Prepared by the Cogent Assurance team

What the law says

A 2026 law bans AI nudification services starting August 1, 2026, and xAI has challenged it in court.

Another 2026 law bars health plans from using AI to issue adverse utilization review decisions, which a licensed physician must make.

Minnesota’s consumer privacy law, effective July 31, 2025, lets residents question the result of profiling decisions.

Key dates

DateWhat takes effectStatus
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy ActIn effect
Ban on AI nudification servicesIn effect

What this means for your organization

This state regulates specific uses of AI rather than AI in general. Check whether any of your AI uses fall into the categories above, such as chatbots, synthetic media, or AI in health coverage decisions, and remember that federal law and the laws of other states where you operate may also apply.

Our 2027 AI Governance Checklist covers the steps most organizations need, and our State AI Law Trackers explain the rules for specific industries.

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This page is general information for planning purposes. Laws and guidance change, so confirm current requirements before acting. It is not legal advice. For legal advice about your organization, consult a licensed attorney.

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