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.
This bill modifies how the Pollution Control Agency ranks joint environmental projects when distributing point source implementation grants. It requires the agency to evaluate each participating government unit individually and rank the combined project based on the highest priority among all partners. This change affects municipalities and other governmental units collaborating on pollution control initiatives, ensuring that collaborative efforts receive consideration based on their most urgent needs rather than an average ranking. The amendment adds a specific provision to Minnesota Statutes 446A.073 to formalize this ranking method.
This bill designates the Quality Learning Center in Hennepin County as a historic place under Minnesota state law. It achieves this by amending Minnesota Statutes section 138.664 to add a new subdivision specifically naming the facility. The change is administrative and does not alter the center's operations or funding, but it formally recognizes the building's historical significance within the state's historic preservation framework.
This bill modifies Minnesota's wetland replacement rules to establish a specific priority order for where new wetlands must be created when existing ones are damaged. It requires that replacement wetlands be sited in the same minor watershed, then the same watershed, then the same wetland bank service area, and finally in other service areas, unless certain older banking credits are used for public transportation projects. The law also defines what counts as a reasonable replacement opportunity, emphasizing sites that work with natural conditions, are likely to function long-term, and won't harm other habitats. Additionally, it mandates collaboration between agencies to find replacement sites and requires the state board to set replacement ratios and prioritize high-value areas for restoration.
