This bill allocates $50 million from Minnesota's forward fund to support the construction and operation of a nanoparticle iron nitride permanent magnet manufacturing facility. The funding is intended to match existing federal money available under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026 and is managed by the commissioner of employment and economic development. The money must be spent by June 30, 2030, with up to two percent reserved for administrative costs, and any unused funds will be returned to the general fund. This one-time appropriation is exempt from certain state spending requirements and directly affects the state's economic development efforts in advanced manufacturing.
This bill authorizes the sale and issuance of up to $10 million in state bonds to fund the Greater Minnesota Business Development Public Infrastructure Grant Program. The funds will be distributed by the commissioner of employment and economic development to provide grants for public infrastructure projects in Greater Minnesota. The legislation enables the state to raise capital through bond sales to support economic development initiatives in rural areas, with the money coming from the bond proceeds fund. The bill becomes effective the day after it is passed by the legislature.
This bill allows Minnesota housing and redevelopment agencies to invest their funds in specific types of long-term equity investments, expanding their investment options beyond traditional state board investments. The legislation permits these agencies to invest in index mutual funds tied to broad U.S. equity markets and in shares of companies registered with the SEC that focus on investment-grade fixed income securities and hold at least 80 percent of their assets in federally insured or guaranteed securities. To use this authority, local governing bodies must adopt a resolution or investment policy acknowledging the risk of loss, understanding the specific funds being invested, and certifying that all designated funds meet state board requirements. The changes apply to housing and redevelopment authorities in counties or cities that meet existing qualification criteria and take effect immediately upon enactment.
This bill increases criminal penalties for unlawful possession of firearms in Minnesota, directly affecting individuals who have prior violent crime convictions or are otherwise prohibited from owning guns. It raises the maximum prison sentence for those with violent crime convictions who possess firearms from 15 to 20 years and increases fines up to $30,000. The legislation also elevates penalties for prohibited persons possessing certain weapons from gross misdemeanors to felonies with up to 15 years in prison, and extends sentencing enhancements for offenses committed in sensitive locations like schools and parks. Additionally, it increases penalties for illegally transferring firearms to prohibited individuals, raising the maximum sentence from two to four years for private transfers and from five to eight years for transfers resulting in subsequent violent crimes. All changes take effect on August 1, 2026.
This bill creates the Minnesota Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which requires businesses that make online products likely to be accessed by children to prioritize children's privacy and safety over commercial interests. The law defines "children" as anyone under 18 and mandates that companies consider different developmental stages when designing products, ensuring they do not cause harm or discriminate against minors. Businesses must conduct data protection impact assessments to evaluate how their products affect children's well-being, and the attorney general is authorized to enforce these requirements. The legislation applies to profit-making entities and their affiliates that develop online services where children are reasonably likely to access them.
This bill updates Minnesota's state tax code to align with recent federal changes regarding dependent care assistance programs. It directly affects Minnesota taxpayers who receive employer-provided dependent care benefits by ensuring their state tax treatment matches federal rules. The key provision amends the state's definition of the Internal Revenue Code to include new federal exclusions for dependent care assistance, with changes applying retroactively to when the federal law took effect. This adjustment ensures Minnesota residents do not pay state tax on dependent care assistance that is already excluded from federal taxable income.
This bill prohibits Minnesota government entities from using generative artificial intelligence to create or draft official records, such as documents that record official actions, policies, or decisions. It applies to all government agencies and defines official records broadly to include any recorded information created, received, or maintained by these entities. The law requires that any AI-generated drafts of official records be kept for as long as the final records are retained, and it allows the Attorney General to enforce the ban through existing legal mechanisms. Additionally, individuals can file civil lawsuits against government entities that violate the ban, though they must provide 90 days written notice before filing suit to give the agency a chance to correct the violation.
This bill provides a one-time exemption from assisted living facility design requirements for a specific nursing home in Belview, Minnesota. The exemption applies only to an actively licensed nursing home owned by the city of Belview that wishes to convert to an assisted living facility by December 31, 2026. The facility must still meet all other licensing standards, but it is not required to comply with the specific design standards outlined in Minnesota Statutes section 144G.45. The exemption does not apply to any new construction projects.
This bill repeals previous sales tax exemptions for preferred seating and amenities at athletic facilities, meaning these items will now be subject to sales tax when purchased with event tickets. It also provides funding for safe harbor shelter and housing grants to support homeless assistance programs. The legislation defines various retail sales for tax purposes, including bundled transactions and promotional items, while appropriating money for the housing grants.
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.
