This bill removes the standard four-year statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims related to gender-affirming care received by minors in Minnesota. It defines gender-affirming care as medical or surgical interventions such as hormone therapy, puberty blockers, or gender reassignment surgery intended to affirm an individual's perceived gender identity that differs from their biological sex. The change allows patients or former patients to file lawsuits against healthcare providers for alleged errors or failures in such care without being restricted by the usual time limit. The amendment applies specifically to cases involving minor children and does not alter the statute of limitations for other types of medical malpractice claims.
This bill allows the cities of Moorhead, Dilworth, and Detroit Lakes to create social districts where people can consume alcoholic beverages purchased from nearby licensed establishments. The legislation requires these cities to establish clear boundaries, operating hours, and management plans for the districts while ensuring public safety and allowing property owners to opt out of participation. Beverages consumed in these districts must be in non-glass containers of 16 ounces or less with specific labeling, and they must be disposed of when leaving the district unless returning to the original seller. The bill does not authorize new sales of alcohol in these areas but permits consumption of alcohol already purchased from licensed businesses within designated zones.
This bill establishes eligibility requirements for students to participate in postsecondary enrollment options in Minnesota. It requires postsecondary institutions to set criteria based on grade point average, standardized test performance, and class rank for students to enroll in college-level courses. The legislation also allows schools to recommend students for enrollment even if they don't meet the standard criteria, while prohibiting students who fail a course from retaking it the following quarter or semester. The bill would take effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to public and private postsecondary institutions in the state.
This bill requires the Minnesota commissioner to create rules mandating that schools implement comprehensive, multilayered security systems to protect students from armed attacks. The law directs that specific security measures be finalized through a rulemaking process and may include bullet-resistant doors and windows, ballistic wall panels, remote lock-down systems, unified emergency communication networks, and access control systems for first responders. Schools would also need classroom duress alarms, staff training on emergency protocols, and secure electronic access controls for building entrances and distribution rooms. The bill directly affects school districts and the Minnesota commissioner responsible for state fire code regulations.
This bill establishes May 14 to May 20 each year as an official Hmong Heritage Week in Minnesota to honor the history, culture, and contributions of the Hmong community. The legislation encourages residents, schools, libraries, and community organizations to recognize Hmong heritage through educational programs, cultural events, and ceremonies that highlight the Hmong people's resilience, service, and impact on the state. The bill does not create new legal requirements or funding but instead promotes awareness and appreciation of Hmong heritage through voluntary community engagement and official recognition.
This bill establishes the Parenting Time Enforcement Task Force to study issues related to enforcing court-ordered parenting time and addressing custody interference in Minnesota. The task force will consist of 12 members drawn from the legislature, judiciary, law enforcement, legal professionals, and parents with lived experience, who will meet to evaluate current enforcement mechanisms and identify barriers to effective implementation. By January 2027, the group must submit a report with findings and recommendations to improve parenting time enforcement while protecting child safety, and the task force will expire in June 2027. The bill also authorizes funding from the general fund to support the task force's administrative operations and meetings.
This bill requires Minnesota schools to provide paid orientation and professional development for paraprofessionals, Title I aides, and other instructional support staff, with at least eight hours annually required starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The legislation mandates that schools consult with employee representatives when planning training and establishes a reimbursement system to cover the cost of these training hours through the state commissioner of education. Additionally, the bill updates qualifications for paraprofessionals to include options such as two years of college credits, an associate degree, or passing a state-approved assessment, while also providing temporary funding for test preparation and additional training in fiscal year 2026.
This bill authorizes the issuance of up to $1 million in state bonds to fund the rehabilitation of the water tower in the city of Spring Park. The money will be provided through a grant to the city via the Public Facilities Authority, which will use the funds for construction work on the water tower. The commissioner of management and budget is directed to sell and issue the bonds according to existing state laws and constitutional requirements. This legislation directly affects the city of Spring Park by providing financial resources for infrastructure maintenance and development.
This bill establishes new registration fees for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in Minnesota while creating a tax credit for installing home charging equipment. Electric vehicle owners will pay an annual surcharge based on vehicle price or age, with exemptions for those who charge at home using electricity already taxed for vehicle fuel. Plug-in hybrids face a lower surcharge, and the revenue from both fees goes to the highway user tax distribution fund. Additionally, the bill provides a refundable tax credit to offset costs of installing residential electric meters for vehicle charging.
This bill introduces several tax changes for Minnesota residents, including a new subtraction for qualified overtime income, an expansion of the Minnesota child tax credit, and a one-time increase in property tax refunds. It also establishes a new fifth tier of individual income tax rates, creating a progressive structure where income above $1 million for married couples filing jointly is taxed at 11.45 percent. The overtime income provision applies retroactively to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, while the new income tax brackets and rates affect current and future tax filings. These measures directly impact individual taxpayers by modifying how certain income types are calculated and taxed under Minnesota law.
This bill modifies Minnesota housing and assistance programs by clarifying rules for who can receive housing aid funds and how wages earned from lived-experience engagement are treated. It defines specific individuals and businesses as ineligible for housing grants or loans if they or their related entities have previously received tax credits for housing investments, while also specifying that wages earned from serving as community reviewers or providing feedback on housing programs do not count as income for public assistance eligibility. The legislation also updates eligible uses for housing aid funds and removes certain reporting requirements for emergency rental assistance, while making technical changes to existing housing statutes.
This bill requires feedlot operators in Minnesota with a capacity of 1,000 or more animal units to provide financial assurance before receiving or renewing permits, ensuring funds are available to cover closure costs if the facility is not properly shut down. The financial guarantee must be enforceable, not dischargeable in bankruptcy, and the provider must give 120 days' notice before cancellation. The state will also create an annual list of abandoned manure storage areas and require counties to report on these sites by January 2028. Implementation of the financial assurance requirements will be phased in over time, starting with the largest feedlots, while the Pollution Control Agency will compile a statewide report on abandoned manure storage areas by February 2028.
