Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5032: Redwood Falls; bridge restoration funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes the state to issue up to $1.3 million in bonds to fund the restoration of the historic 1938 WPA Swayback Bridge in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. The appropriated funds will specifically cover design work and repairs such as replacing cofferdam access stones and tuckpointing to protect the bridge's granite and masonry exterior. By exempting this project from certain state statutes, the legislation streamlines the process for the city to receive the grant and begin construction. The bill becomes effective immediately upon final passage by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5025: Counties allowed to spend housing aid payments on expenses of administering qualifying aid expenditures.

This bill allows Minnesota counties to use state housing aid payments to cover the administrative costs of managing qualifying housing projects. The legislation directly affects county governments and the organizations that distribute housing funds, expanding the range of eligible expenses beyond just direct project costs. Key provisions clarify that administrative expenses are permitted but capped at a specific percentage of the total aid received, while also updating the list of qualifying projects to include emergency shelter operations and market-rate housing development in non-metropolitan areas. The bill ensures that funds continue to prioritize affordable housing for low-income households while providing counties with greater flexibility to manage the programs effectively. These changes are set to take effect for housing aid payments made in 2027 and later.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5050: Brooklyn Park Small Business Center grant funding provided, and money appropriated.

This bill allocates $1 million from the state's workforce development fund to the City of Brooklyn Park to support its Small Business Center. The funds are intended to expand workforce training programs, such as Brooklynk and Career Pathways, which primarily serve underrepresented populations. The money is designated as a one-time appropriation available for use until June 30, 2029, and is managed by the commissioner of employment and economic development.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5028: East Grand Forks; municipal infrastructure supporting an industrial park funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to provide $6,419,000 in funding to the city of East Grand Forks for upgrading municipal infrastructure at its industrial park. The money will be used to repair and replace streets and utilities in the area south of U.S. Highway 2 and east of 5th Avenue Northeast. To secure these funds, the state will issue and sell bonds, with the money coming from a dedicated bond proceeds fund. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final passage by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SF 5175: City of East Grand Forks industrial park municipal infrastructure bond issue and appropriation

This bill authorizes the state to issue up to $6,419,000 in bonds to fund infrastructure improvements for the industrial park in East Grand Forks. The funds will be used to design and build necessary street and utility repairs and replacements in the area south of U.S. Highway 2 and east of 5th Avenue Northeast. A grant from these bond proceeds will be given to the city through the commissioner of employment and economic development to carry out the project. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final passage by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5023: Capital City youth art and culture initiatives funding provided, and money appropriated.

This bill allocates $500,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund in fiscal year 2027 to support youth art and culture programs in the Capitol area. The money will be given to the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board, which is responsible for managing these specific initiatives. The legislation directly affects young people in the capital city by providing funding for their creative projects and cultural activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5005: Interstate Fiscal Sovereignty Compact adopted, reports required, and money appropriated.

This bill establishes a legal framework in Minnesota to create an interstate agreement called the Interstate Fiscal Sovereignty Compact, which would allow member states to hold federal taxes in a state-controlled escrow fund rather than sending them directly to the federal government. The legislation defines key terms such as "member state" and "triggering event," and sets up a process where employers would deposit withheld federal income, Social Security, and unemployment taxes into this new state treasury fund once the compact is officially activated. Currently, no action is required from employers or the state until a governing body issues an order to start the escrow operations, meaning the bill does not immediately change how taxes are collected or paid. By creating a separate escrow fund, the bill aims to give states more control over federal tax revenue, though it requires other states to pass similar laws and join the agreement for the system to function.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5047: Organization of Liberians in Minnesota grant funding provided, and money appropriated.

This bill appropriates $250,000 in state funds to the Organization of Liberians in Minnesota to support a workforce development training program. The program is designed for Minnesota residents, with a specific focus on Black, Indigenous, and people of color communities as well as Liberian residents, offering training in health care and industrial trades. The funding can be used to cover costs such as tuition, training materials, and supportive services like transportation and child care, while the organization must coordinate with community colleges and employers. Participants aim to earn credentials and secure job placements within six months, and the organization is required to submit annual reports on enrollment and job outcomes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Immigration ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5046: Brooklyn Park City Council defined as economic development authority.

This bill officially designates the Brooklyn Park City Council as the city's Economic Development Authority. It updates state law to formally define key terms related to a planned biotech innovation district, including what counts as a public infrastructure project. The legislation clarifies that public infrastructure projects can include acquiring land, repairing buildings, and building roads, parking, or recreational facilities to support the district. The changes take effect immediately upon final passage of the bill.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5030: Hennepin County; prior appropriation for a railroad crossing modified.

This bill modifies a previous funding allocation to provide Hennepin County with $450,000 for railroad crossing safety improvements. The money is designated for design, engineering, and construction projects at Town Line Road in the cities of Medina and Independence. The legislation extends the deadline for spending these funds to December 31, 2029, and takes effect immediately upon final passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 5037: Meeker County; new bridge over South Fork Crow River funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes the issuance of up to $900,000 in state bonds to fund the construction of a new bridge over the South Fork Crow River in Meeker County. The appropriated funds will be used to replace the existing Bridge No. 47504 on Meeker County State-Aid Highway 26. The commissioner of transportation will receive the grant money to oversee the project, while the commissioner of management and budget is responsible for selling the bonds to generate the necessary capital.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 4988: Health insurance coverage for peace officers and firefighters disabled in the line of duty continued, and eligibility to receive continued health insurance coverage for which the employer must pay the employer contribution modified.

This bill expands health insurance coverage in Minnesota for peace officers and firefighters who are disabled in the line of duty, even if they do not qualify for traditional disability benefits. It requires employers to continue paying their share of health insurance premiums for these individuals and their dependents until they turn 65 or pass away, regardless of whether their specific disability benefits have ended. The legislation also clarifies the process for requesting coverage and outlines how disputes over eligibility are handled through administrative hearings. Additionally, it updates rules for claims filed after May 24, 2025, to include those with disabilities not solely based on psychological conditions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

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