Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SF 4312: Appointments not confirmed within 30 days refusal

This bill establishes a 30-day deadline for the Minnesota Senate and House of Representatives to confirm certain state appointments. If the Senate does not confirm an appointment within 30 legislative days of receiving it, or if both chambers fail to confirm within 30 days when both are required, the appointment is automatically rejected. The rule applies to most confirmed appointments but excludes positions on the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board. This change shortens the previous 60-day confirmation period to accelerate the appointment process.

died · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 3990: Public safety; policy provided for public safety, correctional facilities, investigations, Department of Public Safety data, controlled substances, crime victims, orders for protection, private detective and protective agent licensure, employment disqualifications, sentence adjustments, expungement relief, domestic abuse-related crimes and data, use of chemical irritants, crimes of coercion, retail theft, identity theft, and fraud; reimbursements provided; "battered women" term replaced in statute where it appears; criminal penalties provided; reports required; and rulemaking required.

This bill modifies Minnesota's rules on employment and licensing disqualifications for people with criminal convictions by shifting from an automatic ban to a case-by-case assessment of rehabilitation. It requires employers and licensing agencies to consider evidence such as honorable military discharges, release orders, time served without new convictions, and letters of reference when deciding whether to hire or license someone with a criminal record. Additionally, the bill mandates that if an applicant is denied a job or license due to their criminal history, the authority must provide written notice explaining the reasons, the appeal process, and the earliest date they can reapply. These changes aim to create a more individualized evaluation process while maintaining accountability through required documentation and notification procedures.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 4454: Predatory pricing prohibited.

This bill prohibits large food retail stores in Minnesota from using surveillance technology to set personalized prices for individual customers. It bans the use of electronic shelving labels and prevents stores from collecting data on shoppers under 17 years old or using protected class information like race or gender to determine pricing. The law applies to grocery stores over 10,000 square feet or larger stores with significant food sales, while excluding financial institutions and insurance companies from its requirements.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 3475: Per diem compensation modified for Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council officers and Agricultural Utilization Research Institute board of directors.

HF 3475 modifies per diem compensation for non-legislative members of two Minnesota agricultural bodies: the Agricultural Education Leadership Council and the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute board. The bill sets a maximum daily rate of $125 for these members, subject to approval by their respective council or board, replacing previous unspecified compensation rules. This change applies to members who are not state legislators, while legislative members remain governed by existing provisions. The amendment to Minnesota Statutes 41D.01 and the addition to 116V.01 both take effect July 1, 2027. The bill directly affects council/board members who serve in non-official legislative roles.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 3408: Surveillance-based price setting prohibited.

HF 3408 bans retailers from setting personalized prices for goods based on consumer surveillance data like facial recognition, biometric scans, or location tracking. It directly affects stores selling physical items (including retail food stores) by prohibiting the use of electronic surveillance technology to create customized pricing for individual shoppers. The bill defines prohibited data broadly to include biometric information, browsing history, and other personal details collected through surveillance methods. Retailers must now use standard pricing approaches instead of surveillance-based price setting.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 3794: Surveillance-based price and wage discrimination prohibited.

HF 3794 prohibits businesses from using automated systems to set individualized prices or wages based on surveillance data about consumers or workers. It directly affects companies that collect and analyze personal data like browsing history, location, biometrics, or purchase habits to adjust pricing or pay. The bill defines key terms (e.g., "surveillance data" includes inferred behaviors and biometrics) and allows exceptions for cost-based pricing, publicly available group discounts (like for veterans or seniors), and insurance risk assessments. It creates new legal standards to prevent discrimination tied to personal data collection, without banning all personalized pricing.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 3786: Children's museums clarified to be eligible to receive children's museum competitive grants from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

HF 3786 clarifies which children's museums can receive competitive grants from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund. It requires that only museums meeting the IRS's A52 tax-exempt classification (or a future equivalent) qualify for these grants. This directly affects children's museums seeking funding under the current grant program. The bill amends Minnesota law to specify this eligibility standard, ensuring grants are awarded only to qualifying institutions.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SF 2530: Orderly and environmentally responsible development of the states gas resources facilitation provision and appropriation

SF 2530 amends Minnesota statutes to facilitate gas resource development while requiring environmental safeguards. It specifically allows gas development in state wilderness areas without surface disturbance (amending Section 93.513, subdivision 1), which directly affects gas developers and the Department of Natural Resources. The bill creates financial assurance accounts for permit fees (amending Section 11A.236) and establishes rules for environmental protection during development. It also adds criminal penalties for violations and updates multiple statutes governing resource permits and development. The law aims to balance energy development with environmental responsibility through these specific procedural and financial mechanisms.

Topics ✗ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 1420: St. Paul; public realm over Shepard Road funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

HF 1420 allocates $20 million from state bond proceeds to fund a public realm project over Shepard Road in St. Paul, including adjacent rail lines and related infrastructure. The funds will be granted to Ramsey County for predesign, design, construction, and equipment of this public space. The bill authorizes the state to issue up to $20 million in bonds to cover this appropriation, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. This project directly affects Ramsey County and residents of St. Paul by creating new public infrastructure along Shepard Road.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SF 2766: Homestead credit refund co-pays reduction provision

This bill reduces the percentage of property taxes homeowners must pay out-of-pocket (co-pay) when receiving a homestead credit refund, affecting low-to-moderate income households. For example, in the $2,200-$4,379 income bracket, the co-pay would decrease from 7% to 6% of property taxes. It amends Minnesota Statutes §290A.04 to adjust these co-pay percentages across multiple income levels while keeping maximum refund amounts unchanged. The change applies to refunds based on property taxes payable after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HF 482: Choose Life special license plates established, and money appropriated.

HF 482 establishes "Choose Life" special license plates for Minnesota motor vehicle owners. To obtain these plates, applicants must pay a $25 initial fee and $25 annual contribution to a dedicated "Choose Life account," in addition to standard registration fees. Funds collected are deposited into this account and distributed by Choose Life Minnesota, Inc., to non-profit agencies within each county that assist pregnant women making adoption plans - excluding any agencies involved in abortion services or charging fees for services. The bill also specifies plate design requirements (featuring the "Choose Life" logo and inscription) and limits administrative costs for the program to 15% of funds. The program becomes effective January 1, 2026.

Shane Mekeland (R) · 34 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SF 3295: Omnibus Health and Human Services policy bill

SF 3295 updates Minnesota's HMO regulatory framework by clarifying which state agency oversees health maintenance organizations. The bill changes the designated "commissioner" for HMO regulation from the Commerce Department to the Health Department, ensuring HMOs are regulated under the health department's authority. It modifies specific statutes to reflect this shift, requiring HMOs to comply with health department rules instead of commerce department rules. The bill primarily affects HMOs operating in Minnesota and the Health Department, streamlining oversight without introducing new benefits or restrictions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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