Bill targeting freeway-blocking protests passes Minnesota House after impassioned speeches

After an hour and 45 minutes of impassioned speeches Tuesday, a bill that would heighten criminal penalties against Minnesotans who block “transit,” including protesters blocking highways and airports, passed the Minnesota House.

The 71-55 vote broke mostly along partisan lines, with most Democrats voting against it and most Republicans voting in favor of it.

https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/07/anti-protest-bill-to-be-debated-on-house-floor-again/