Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4722: City of St. Cloud local sales and use tax imposition authorization

This bill authorizes the city of St. Cloud to impose a 0.25% local sales and use tax if approved by voters in a special election. The collected tax revenue would be used to fund up to $7 million for an outdoor water park next to the St. Cloud Aquatics Center, with the remaining funds covering tax collection and administration costs. The legislation also allows the city to issue up to $7 million in bonds to help finance the project without requiring a separate voter approval for the bonds themselves. The tax would expire after three years or once the project costs are fully covered, with any leftover money going into the city's general fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4620: Children's mental health grants appropriation for respite care services

This bill appropriates state funds for children's mental health grants to support respite care services for children with mental illness or serious mental illness in Minnesota. The money will be provided to the commissioner of human services in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to help families access temporary care services for their children. The bill becomes effective immediately after final passage by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4714: Advance deposit wagering definition modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's legal definition of advance deposit wagering to include horse races conducted outside the state, expanding the scope of betting activities covered under current regulations. It establishes how source market fees collected from online betting providers must be distributed between racetracks, with 28 percent going to standardbred tracks and 72 percent to Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse tracks. The legislation also requires that at least 50 percent of these fees for out-of-state races be used for breeder awards and purses, while in-state race fees must be allocated primarily to purse accounts. Additionally, the bill specifies that racetracks with revoked or non-renewed licenses will not receive source market fees, which would instead be redirected to other licensed tracks.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4267: Commissioner authority clarification to impose sanctions against individuals or entities that receive payments from medical assistance or provide goods or services for which payment is made from medical assistance

This bill clarifies and strengthens the Minnesota Department of Human Services commissioner's authority to impose sanctions and recover funds from individuals or entities that receive medical assistance payments or provide goods and services paid for by medical assistance. It directly affects healthcare providers, billing entities, and other recipients of state medical assistance funds by establishing clearer rules for penalties and financial recovery. Key provisions allow the commissioner to suspend or terminate program participation, withhold payments, impose fines, and recover improperly paid funds, including interest on installment payments. The bill also mandates a minimum five-year suspension for those convicted of health service-related crimes and allows the commissioner to recover investigative costs for willful false claims while excluding unintentional billing errors from cost recoupment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4713: Nobles County wastewater system infrastructure bond issue and appropriation

This bill authorizes the sale of up to $2 million in state bonds to fund wastewater infrastructure improvements in Nobles County. The funds will be provided as a grant to the Public Facilities Authority for Nobles County to acquire land, hire engineers, and build wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment systems for the Reading Subordinate Sewer District. Unlike many grants, this funding does not require Nobles County to provide matching funds from its own budget. The legislation becomes effective immediately upon final passage by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4552: Independent School District No. 535, Rochester, school board elections provisions

This bill would change how school board elections are conducted in Independent School District No. 535 in Rochester, Minnesota, by requiring them to follow state election laws for school districts. The key provision shifts the election method from the current system to one governed by Minnesota Statutes chapter 205A, which includes rules about ballot design and candidate selection. The bill also specifies that incumbents must serve their full terms if the election method changes, and new members would take office at the next scheduled board meeting after election. Implementation requires local approval by the school district board by June 30, 2026, for the changes to apply to 2026 elections.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4361: Permitting efficiency provisions modification

This bill modifies how the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency handles permitting for publicly owned wastewater treatment facilities. It requires the agency to provide draft permits and supporting documents to applicants at least 30 days before public notice, unless the applicant waives this requirement. The bill allows the public comment period to be shortened from 60 to 30 days if the applicant requests it and the commissioner approves based on public or Tribal interest. Additionally, it sets a goal of issuing or denying tier 2 permits within 210 days of application submission. These changes aim to streamline the permitting process while maintaining transparency and public input opportunities.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4709: Thrive Family Recovery Resources appropriation

This bill allocates $350,000 from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to support a pilot program for Thrive Family Recovery Resources. The funding will enable the organization to provide peer services, education, resource navigation, and general support to families affected by substance use disorder. By January 20, 2027, the commissioner of human services must submit a report evaluating the pilot program's results and offering recommendations for potential ongoing funding. This is a one-time appropriation, meaning the money is not designated for future years unless additional legislation is passed.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4643: Social services and mental health grant program establishment for victims of Operation Metro Surge

This bill creates a one-time grant program to support organizations serving victims of Operation Metro Surge, a federal immigration enforcement operation. The program allows eligible groups such as nonprofits, tribal nations, and legal services organizations to receive funding for social services and mental health support. Recipients must demonstrate expertise in trauma-informed care and prioritize communities most affected by the operation. Funds can be used for basic needs like housing, food, transportation, and mental health care, with requirements to report on program participation and outcomes. The appropriation is available until June 30, 2029, and is drawn from the state's general fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing ✓ Immigration

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4646: Local road and related infrastructure improvements in an area near the city of Rogers appropriation

This bill allocates $2.9 million from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to the Minnesota Department of Transportation for planning and design work on road and infrastructure improvements near Rogers. The funds will support environmental analysis, complete required environmental impact statements, and assess how highway changes affect local water and stormwater systems. The project area is defined by the boundaries of Trunk Highway 101, U.S. Highways 10 and 169, Trunk Highway 610, and Interstate Highway 94. The money is designated for planning and preparation activities rather than construction, and the bill takes effect immediately upon final enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4684: Requirements establishment for voluntarily retired licenses, procedures for reinstatement of voluntarily retired and terminates licenses, an administrative hold status and interim procedures for registration reinstatement

This bill updates Minnesota's chiropractic licensing laws by clarifying definitions for terms like "chiropractic," "diagnosis," and "therapeutic services" while establishing new requirements for voluntarily retired licenses. It creates procedures for reinstating retired or terminated licenses, introduces an administrative hold status, and allows third-party observers during independent examinations. The legislation also modifies independent examination requirements and sets specific rules for animal chiropractic diagnosis and treatment, which excludes surgery, medication, and traditional veterinary care.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SF 4674: Social media behavioral threat assessment reporting requirement establishment

This bill establishes a requirement for social media platforms to report behavioral threat assessments to educational facilities and religious institutions in Minnesota. It defines key terms like social media platforms, user-generated content, and targeted violence to clarify the scope of the reporting requirement. The legislation specifically targets platforms that allow users to create and share content for social interaction, excluding services like search engines and email providers. Social media companies would need to assess and report potential threats related to user behavior that could lead to violence at schools, childcare centers, and religious organizations.

Topics ✓ Education ✗ Technology

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