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MPR News: MN panel backs bill holding protesters liable for costs; protest erupts
MN panel backs bill holding protesters liable for costs; protest erupts
A Minnesota House committee Tuesday approved legislation that would charge demonstrators for the cost of policing disruptive protests, a controversial measure that drew angry words from citizens and some lawmakers. The measure, proposed by state Rep. Nick Zerwas, R-Elk River, would allow authorities to sue protesters convicted of a crime.
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