Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3983: Anonymous reporting systems requirement provision

This bill requires all public Minnesota K-12 schools to implement either a statewide anonymous threat reporting system or a locally designed system by July 1, 2028. The system must offer 24/7 anonymous reporting via mobile app and multilingual crisis centers, include evidence-based student violence prevention training, and coordinate with school teams and law enforcement. Schools using their own system must provide crisis center staffing, train school teams, and promote public awareness. Nonpublic schools are exempt, and schools using the state system must annually inform parents about the reporting options. The bill mandates these requirements to address safety concerns through accessible anonymous reporting mechanisms.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3987: Vehicle title transfers deadline to file modification to 20 days, rental motor vehicle license plates eligibility requirements modifications, and technical corrections

Minnesota bill SF 3987 extends the deadline for filing vehicle title transfers from 10 to 20 calendar days after a sale, affecting new vehicle owners and dealers who must submit transfer paperwork. It modifies rental motor vehicle license plate eligibility by including one-ton pickup trucks in the definition of "rental motor vehicle" and adjusts requirements for auto rental companies. The bill also makes technical corrections to several vehicle registration statutes, including updating deadlines for dealers to file transfer applications and clarifying when registration taxes must be paid. These changes aim to streamline the title transfer process and update eligibility criteria for rental vehicle licensing.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3936: Reinsurance assessment authority extension provision and commissioner of commerce application for a waiver continuation requirement provision

This bill extends Minnesota's annual assessment on group health insurance companies to fund the state's reinsurance program. It requires these companies to pay an annual fee based on their share of Minnesota health plan premiums, calculated each year to cover reinsurance payments. The fee can be deferred for financially struggling companies under specific conditions, but deferred amounts increase other carriers' assessments proportionally. The funds support the Minnesota Premium Security Plan, which helps stabilize individual health insurance rates by covering high-cost claims.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3844: Certain admission conditions or continued residence in nursing homes and assisted living facilities prohibition, automatic defibrillators requirement provision, and employee training requirements modifications

This bill (SF 3844) requires nursing homes to maintain automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) in all resident-occupied buildings, ensure annual staff training on AED use and CPR, and prohibits requiring residents to have a legal guardian or conservator for admission or continued stay. It also modifies rules for assisted living facilities, mandating they provide prospective residents with detailed disclosures about services, facility surveys, complaint history, and complaint resolution data. Additionally, assisted living facilities must track staff response times to resident requests for assistance and maintain 24/7 staffing plans to meet resident needs. These provisions apply to all nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Minnesota, effective August 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3685: Certain libraries' electronic book and digital audiobook license agreements or contracts terms prohibition

SF 3685 prohibits Minnesota public libraries, school libraries, and the Minitex network from entering contracts with publishers that restrict their ability to lend digital books and audiobooks. The bill bans terms that prevent libraries from loaning digital materials, including through interlibrary loans, or limit standard lending functions. It only applies after Minnesota's secretary of state confirms other states with at least 7 million combined population have enacted similar laws. This ensures libraries maintain control over digital lending without restrictive publisher terms.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3943: Omnibus Higher Education policy bill

This bill modifies Minnesota's higher education policies in three key areas. It changes eligibility for the American Indian Scholars program to include tribal members regardless of residency status, expands reporting requirements for student aid, and establishes new protections for parenting students. Specifically, colleges must provide reasonable accommodations (like excused absences for health needs or flexible scheduling), prohibit requiring parenting students to withdraw or change programs, and ensure they can make up missed work. These provisions apply to all public and private Minnesota colleges offering in-person courses, with the University of Minnesota encouraged to follow the same standards. The bill also repeals an outdated section related to student aid reporting.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3870: Omnibus Education policy bill

SF 3870 modifies Minnesota education laws to better support students experiencing homelessness. It defines "child experiencing homelessness" broadly to include those in motels, cars, shelters, or sharing housing due to hardship, and requires schools to immediately enroll these students without standard documentation like proof of residency. The bill mandates schools to provide comparable educational services, transportation to their school of origin when beneficial, and remove enrollment barriers like lack of medical records. It also requires school districts to designate a homeless liaison to coordinate housing and support services, ensuring students remain in their school of origin unless it conflicts with their best interests.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Housing

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3620: Purchase of single-use plastic food service ware and bottles prohibited.

HF 3620 prohibits Minnesota state agencies and the commissioner from purchasing single-use plastic food service items (like plates, cups, cutlery, and clamshell containers) and plastic bottles under 21 fluid ounces. The law applies to all state procurement contracts and bid specifications issued after its effective date, which is the day after enactment. Exceptions allow purchases when prohibited items are unavailable, during emergencies, or when necessary for health, safety, or accessibility needs. This bill directly affects state purchasing decisions and aims to reduce plastic waste in government operations.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3711: Administrative hearings provisions amended for human rights cases.

HF 3711 amends Minnesota's administrative hearing process for human rights cases, directly affecting individuals or organizations contesting a commissioner's determination on unfair discriminatory practices. The bill changes how hearings are conducted by making the administrative law judge's report binding on all parties and requiring the commissioner to forward hearing requests to the Court of Administrative Hearings within 30 days. Previously, hearings were scheduled by the commissioner at specific locations, but this bill shifts that responsibility to the Court of Administrative Hearings. The change streamlines the process, ensuring requests are handled promptly by the designated court, with hearings now following standard procedures under Minnesota Statutes sections 14.57-14.68.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3477: Cause of action for violations of civil rights under color of law created, and state and local collaboration agreements with federal law enforcement agencies regulated.

HF 3477 creates a legal right for Minnesotans to sue state or local officials who violate their civil rights under the U.S. or Minnesota Constitution while acting in their official capacity. It allows victims to seek damages, injunctions, and attorney fees in court, with claims needing to be filed within six years. The bill also requires state and local law enforcement agencies to get written agreements from federal partners ensuring federal officers comply with both constitutions and can be held liable under this law during joint operations. These provisions apply to all cases filed on or after the law's effective date.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3692: Farmer-Lender Mediation Act extended.

This bill extends the expiration date of Minnesota's Farmer-Lender Mediation Act from June 30, 2027, to June 30, 2032. It directly affects Minnesota farmers and lenders who use the mediation process to resolve debt disputes without litigation. The key change is amending the statute's sunset provision to prolong the program's availability for an additional five years. This procedural extension maintains the existing mediation framework without altering its core provisions or eligibility requirements.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3737: Sustainability provisions changed.

HF 3737 amends Minnesota’s state building sustainability requirements to strengthen energy and water efficiency standards for state-owned and leased buildings. It adds new definitions for terms like "energy efficiency" and "water conservation," requires state agencies to report energy/water usage data, and establishes a shared-savings program where energy cost savings fund future efficiency improvements in state buildings. The bill also creates an Office of Enterprise Sustainability to develop metrics, track progress through public dashboards, and assist agencies in meeting energy/water reduction goals. These changes directly affect all state agencies managing buildings, mandating concrete data reporting, efficiency planning with 15-year payback limits, and adherence to updated performance standards. The bill focuses on operational changes for state facilities rather than new funding or broad public policies.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

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