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New Minnesota laws taking effect this weekend: What you need to know
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Joseph Swanson , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway These laws aim to combat fraud and address emerging technology.
New laws are set to take effect in Minnesota, focusing on areas such as public safety and consumer protection. These laws aim to combat fraud and address emerging technology. Some of the laws have already taken effect earlier this month.
One notable change is the ban on virtual currency kiosks, which allowed users to buy cryptocurrency with cash or debit cards. Further details on the new laws are available, including information on the ban and its implementation, such as the deadline for operators to remove the kiosks and pay back customers.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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