This bill allocates $20,000 from the state's general fund to the City of Eagan for the design and construction of a memorial honoring women who served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces over the past 250 years. The funds are designated as a one-time appropriation in fiscal year 2027 and are managed by the commissioner of employment and economic development, who will provide the grant to the city. The memorial project must be completed or abandoned within the funding period, subject to existing state statutes governing such appropriations.
This bill, known as the Zywiec Act, prohibits healthcare providers in Minnesota from offering gender-affirming medical treatments like hormone therapy or puberty blockers to minors under 18. It also bans public health funds from being used for such care and restricts counseling that encourages a minor to identify as a gender different from their biological sex. The law allows exceptions for treating medical conditions unrelated to gender identity and for necessary surgical interventions for intersex conditions. Healthcare providers who violate the ban face severe penalties including fines of at least $500,000, license revocation, and up to ten years in prison. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.
This bill modifies Minnesota's North Star Promise scholarship program by adding new eligibility requirements and restrictions. It requires scholarship recipients to sign a contract agreeing to live and work in Minnesota for five years after completing their degree, with the scholarship converting to a loan if they fail to meet this requirement. The bill also limits scholarships to students enrolled in programs leading to jobs in high-demand industries, which the state will review every three years. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions for waiving or deferring the residency and employment requirement under specific circumstances such as pursuing further education, volunteer service, or extreme hardship.
This bill proposes removing the official state recognition of Cesar Chavez Day from Minnesota law. It directly affects the state's observance calendar by repealing the existing statute that designates March 31 as a day to honor Cesar Chavez and celebrate the Latino community. The legislation would eliminate the legal requirement to observe this day and remove the accompanying text that describes Chavez's contributions to labor rights and community organizing. If passed, the state would no longer officially recognize this date as a designated observance day.
This bill modifies how Minnesota distributes local affordable housing aid funds from the metropolitan sales tax. It changes the allocation so that 75 percent goes to county-level housing assistance accounts and 25 percent goes to state rent assistance, reducing the previous 50 percent county share. The legislation directly affects how money flows to cities and counties for housing programs by adjusting the statutory distribution percentages. It updates existing Minnesota statutes to reflect these new distribution rules while maintaining the overall funding structure for affordable housing initiatives.
This bill creates a tax subtraction for volunteer firefighter pension income in Minnesota, meaning eligible individuals would not pay state income tax on retirement benefits earned from volunteer firefighting service. It directly affects volunteer firefighters, paid on-call firefighters, and other designated volunteer fire service personnel who receive annuity income or lump-sum payments from public retirement plans based on their firefighting service. The legislation defines who qualifies as a volunteer firefighter by referencing existing state definitions and specifies that the tax benefit applies to pension income derived specifically from their volunteer service. The changes would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
This bill modifies Minnesota's family law guidelines for determining parenting time and custody by updating the factors courts must consider when evaluating a child's best interests. It requires judges to make detailed findings on each relevant factor, including the child's needs, parental involvement, domestic abuse history, and the benefits of maintaining relationships with both parents. The legislation establishes a rebuttable presumption that joint legal custody serves the child's best interests, while allowing exceptions when domestic abuse has occurred between parents. Additionally, the bill clarifies that disability alone cannot determine custody outcomes and prohibits courts from considering parental conduct that does not affect the parent-child relationship.
This bill modifies Minnesota law to update how arbitrators are selected for peace officer grievance cases. It requires the state commissioner to appoint six qualified arbitrators in consultation with community and law enforcement stakeholders. The selection process will consider candidates' experience with labor law and the grievance process, along with their familiarity with cultural competency, racism, implicit bias, and community diversity. The appointed arbitrators will serve immediately upon filing with the secretary of state and will only handle peace officer grievance arbitrations.
This bill requires high-risk medical assistance providers in Minnesota to complete compliance training and establish specific internal policies. It mandates that license applicants and holders implement drug and alcohol policies for staff, create grievance procedures for clients, and designate authorized agents for communications with state officials. The legislation also requires providers to disclose consultant use when preparing license applications and establishes new teams for licensing oversight and provider support. These changes aim to strengthen oversight of medical assistance programs while streamlining application processes through updated reporting requirements.
This bill requires providers, vendors, and individuals seeking public funding in Minnesota to submit proof of their operations and financial history for the past three years before receiving grants or renewing licenses. The law mandates that applicants provide documentation of their service history and, for businesses and nonprofits, evidence of good standing with the Secretary of State, along with explanations for any missing information. State officials must review these submissions before awarding funds or approving renewals, and they can deny requests if there is a substantial risk the applicant cannot fulfill their obligations. The measure aims to strengthen fraud prevention by ensuring transparency and verifying the financial stability of entities receiving public money.
This bill defines remediated cannabis products as those that have undergone a process to remove contaminants like mold, pesticides, or heavy metals during cultivation or processing. It requires licensed cannabis businesses in Minnesota to clearly label these products with a specific statement indicating they were made from remediated material to meet safety standards. The law also mandates that all advertising and marketing for these products include the same disclosure, with penalties including fines up to $5,000 per violation and potential license suspension for repeated offenses.
This bill requires sellers to remove all emergency vehicle equipment and insignia before selling or transferring public safety vehicles to the public. The law mandates that sellers and auction houses provide a certificate of compliance confirming the removal of lights, sirens, emblems, and other identifying features that could mislead people into thinking the vehicle is an official emergency vehicle. Public safety agencies must also issue this compliance certificate before completing any sale or transfer. Violators face civil penalties of up to $2,500 and may be held liable for damages caused by the vehicle's use in crimes. The bill exempts vehicles sold for collection or display purposes if they are registered as collector items and not used for general transportation.
