Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4648: Additional compensation to state employees when an agency does not make a scheduled payroll payment authorized.

This bill allows state agencies to pay additional compensation to employees when payroll payments are delayed, ensuring workers receive timely pay. It amends Minnesota law to permit agencies to distribute financial penalties collected from late payroll payments directly to affected employees, provided such penalties are required by collective bargaining agreements. The change applies specifically to state employees whose agencies fail to make scheduled payroll payments and creates a mechanism to resolve grievances related to these delays. This provision does not alter existing payroll procedures but adds a specific exception for handling late payment penalties.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4575: Plant and soil amendment labeling requirements clarified, guaranteed analysis of soil and plant amendments modified, and applicants submitting plant and soil amendment registration required to submit a certificate of composition.

This bill updates Minnesota's regulations for plant and soil amendments by clarifying labeling requirements and modifying registration rules. It requires companies selling these products to clearly list active ingredients, net weight, manufacturer information, usage directions, and guaranteed analysis on product labels, while exempting inert ingredients from mandatory disclosure. Additionally, the bill mandates that applicants registering soil and plant amendments must submit a certificate of composition detailing the amounts and formulas of each inert ingredient and beneficial substance included in the product. These changes aim to improve transparency and accuracy in product information for consumers and agricultural users across the state.

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4632: Waiver reimagine individualized budget requirements modified.

This bill modifies Minnesota's Waiver Reimagine program to change how individualized budgets are calculated for people who need nursing home or hospital-level care. It requires that budgets be based solely on a person's assessed needs rather than where they live, while also creating an exception for home care nursing services for those with specific medical conditions. The legislation mandates the development of an online tool by July 2026 to help users track their available budgets and services, and it ensures that people can choose to live in their own homes or community settings without losing access to needed services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4663: Glencoe authorized to impose local sales tax.

This bill authorizes the city of Glencoe to collect a local sales tax of up to 0.5% to fund specific park improvements and trail network upgrades. The tax requires voter approval before implementation and would generate revenue for projects including maintenance and upgrades to four parks and enhancements to the city trail system. The city may issue up to $2.725 million in bonds to help finance these projects, with the tax revenue used to pay for bond interest and principal. The tax would automatically expire after 15 years or once the projects are fully funded, whichever comes first, with any remaining funds returned to the city's general fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4637: Direct care services corps pilot project existing appropriation availability extended.

This bill extends the deadline for using existing funding for Minnesota's Direct Care Services Corps pilot project from June 2026 to June 2027, allowing the Metropolitan Center for Independent Living to continue the program. The legislation also requires the center to conduct a third-party evaluation of the pilot's impact on healthcare costs, staff retention, and participant satisfaction, with results due by January 15, 2028. Additionally, the bill adjusts funding allocations for various aging and disability services programs, including case management training and ombudsperson support, while extending the availability of certain grant funds through 2027 and 2029. These changes affect the state's human services budget and programs supporting individuals with disabilities and older adults.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4617: Sears site road and utility infrastructure funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $95 million in bonds to fund road and utility infrastructure improvements at the Sears site in St. Paul. The funds will support construction of sanitary sewer and clean water systems, public utilities, streets, sidewalks, lighting, and streetscape improvements needed to prepare the area for future development. The legislation also defines the Sears site boundaries and establishes the legal framework for managing bond proceeds, including provisions for environmental remediation and demolition of existing structures. This measure is designed to provide necessary infrastructure support for the redevelopment of the former Sears property.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing ✓ Transportation

Samakab Hussein (D) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4713: Income tax subtraction for medals and prizes provided.

This bill creates a new income tax subtraction for Minnesota residents who receive medals or prize money from the United States Olympic Committee for competing in the Olympic or Paralympic Games. The provision allows athletes to exclude the value of these awards from their state taxable income, beginning for tax years starting after December 31, 2025. The legislation amends existing Minnesota tax statutes to add this specific subtraction to the list of allowable deductions when calculating individual income tax liability.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4692: Paid family and medical leave program made optional for both employers and employees.

This bill makes Minnesota's paid family and medical leave program optional for both employers and employees. It allows employers to opt out of the program by submitting a form to the state, with the option to change their decision once every 12 months. Employees of opting-out employers can still participate as self-employed individuals, while all employees retain the ability to opt out individually using a state form. The changes modify existing requirements in Minnesota Statutes chapter 268B to provide this flexibility.

Topics ✗ Healthcare ✗ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4657: Prior appropriation for a capital project grant to CornerHouse modified.

This bill modifies a previously approved funding allocation to provide CornerHouse with a $2.75 million grant to purchase property for a new facility in Hennepin County. The legislation extends the deadline for using these funds from the original timeframe to December 31, 2029, allowing more flexibility for the organization to complete the acquisition. By amending existing state statutes, the bill ensures the appropriation remains available for this specific project beyond the standard funding period. The change directly affects CornerHouse by securing financial resources and additional time for their planned facility development.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4680: Greenfield; wastewater treatment facility improvements funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill provides $5.4 million in state funding to help the city of Greenfield upgrade its wastewater treatment facility. The money will be used to design, build, and equip repairs for aging infrastructure that poses safety risks and threatens ongoing operations. To cover the cost, the state will issue up to $5.4 million in bonds that will be repaid through future bond proceeds. The funding is intended solely for capital improvements at the Greenfield facility and takes effect immediately upon final passage.

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4643: Hopkins; tax increment financing special rules authorized.

This bill authorizes the city of Hopkins to extend the timeframes for using tax increment financing funds from 5 to 10 years and from 5 to 11 years for a specific district. It directly affects the city of Hopkins by allowing it to retain revenue generated by property value increases within Tax Increment Financing District 1-6 for a longer period. The key provision modifies existing state statutes to permit these extended timelines, with the changes taking effect after the city completes required administrative steps. This legislation does not create new funding but adjusts how long the city can use existing tax increment financing rules for one specific district.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 25, 2026

HF 4654: Great start compensation support payments grant program modified.

This bill modifies Minnesota's Great Start Compensation Support Payments Grant Program by updating requirements for child care programs receiving funding. Programs must submit applications for each payment period that allow staff break time, up to 24 hours of annual professional development, and vacation time to count toward eligible staff hours. Providers must also submit enrollment and attendance data, agree in writing to operate during funding periods with limited exceptions for safety closures or planned vacations, and spend received funds within six months. The commissioner will establish specific rules for vacation durations and methods to verify compliance with application requirements.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

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