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in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 3466: Mandatory environmental assessment worksheet requirements for drainage projects established, and rulemaking required.

HF 3466 requires the Environmental Quality Board to create rules mandating environmental review worksheets for specific drainage projects in Minnesota. It applies to projects in the Minnesota River Basin (5+ square miles) or those altering public waters, resource value waters, or designated trout waters (lakes/streams). The bill establishes these review requirements through rulemaking, with the board using expedited processes under Minnesota law. This affects developers and agencies planning drainage work in these targeted areas, ensuring environmental impacts are assessed before project approval.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates environmental reviews for drainage projects affecting waterways, strengthening regulatory oversight to protect water resources and ecosystems per Minnesota law.90% confidence
Samantha Vang (D) · 1 co-sponsor
died · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 3459: Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act clarifying, technical, and conforming changes made; exemptions provided; number of directors for certain associations provided; and insurance policies clarified.

HF 3459 makes technical clarifications to Minnesota's Common Interest Ownership Act, primarily affecting condominiums, cooperatives, and planned communities. The bill clarifies which provisions apply to older communities, provides exemptions for small planned communities (with 2-13 units created before August 2006), sets specific director requirements for certain associations, and clarifies insurance policy standards. It does not create new rights or obligations but updates existing rules to resolve ambiguities in how the law applies to different community types. These changes aim to improve consistency in governing common interest communities under Minnesota law.
Sandra Feist (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SF 3971: Psilocybin therapeutic use program establishment

SF 3971 establishes a regulated program in Minnesota for the therapeutic use of psilocybin by adults aged 21+ with qualifying medical conditions. The bill creates specific roles including registered patients, designated cultivators, and registered facilitators who oversee preparation, administration, and integration sessions. It outlines protections for participants, requires commissioner oversight, sets fees, and establishes an advisory committee, drawing on Minnesota's medical cannabis program model to prioritize patient safety and compassionate access. The program prohibits commercial sales and restricts use to therapeutic settings, not recreational purposes.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes regulated psilocybin therapy program for medical conditions, expanding mental health treatment access under health department oversight per bill summary.95% confidence
Clare Oumou Verbeten (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 20, 2026

HF 3776: Screen time prohibited for children in preschool and kindergarten.

HF 3776 prohibits publicly funded preschool and kindergarten programs in Minnesota from allowing children to use individual screens (like tablets or smartphones) during school hours. The bill specifically bans screen use without teacher engagement or peer interaction, applying to all children except those with an active individualized education plan (IEP), 504 plan, or individualized family service plan. It does not restrict screen use for educational purposes under teacher supervision. The law would take effect on July 1, 2026, for all covered programs.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill restricts passive screen use in early education to prioritize teacher engagement and peer interaction, aligning with curriculum-focused educational best practices for K-12 development.90% confidence
Samantha Sencer-Mura (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SF 4051: Require payment of certain local government utility costs related to trunk highway construction out of the trunk highway fund

SF 4051 requires the state trunk highway fund to cover costs for relocating local government or tribal utility systems (like water, sewer, or storm sewer lines) when highway construction necessitates moving them. It directly affects local units of government and Minnesota Tribal governments that own these utility systems. The bill mandates that the commissioner determine the remaining service life of the utility and pay relocation costs from the trunk highway fund, rather than requiring the local entity to cover these expenses. This changes the funding source for these specific relocation costs during trunk highway projects.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates state trunk highway fund cover utility relocation costs for highway projects, directly funding infrastructure maintenance and construction.95% confidence
John Jasinski (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SF 3370: Outdoor recreation license plate endorsement establishment to allow motor vehicle access to state parks and recreation areas, including use on license plates, fees, public information, and exemptions

This bill establishes an "outdoor recreation endorsement" sticker for Minnesota license plates, allowing motor vehicles to access state parks and recreation areas over 50 acres. Vehicle owners would need this endorsement (or a dedicated state parks plate) to enter these areas, with fees collected funding park maintenance. The endorsement would be added to standard plates, and revenue would go to the natural resources fund. Veterans with service-connected disabilities would be exempt from the endorsement fee, as specified in existing law. The provision takes effect January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new fee (license plate endorsement) funding park maintenance via natural resources fund, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds park maintenance via license plate fees, directing revenue to natural resources fund for conservation efforts.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly exempts veterans with service-connected disabilities from the endorsement fee, providing a direct financial benefit and recognizing veteran service.90% confidence
Foung Hawj (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SF 5139: Class 2 agricultural property classification modification to include certain farm wineries

This bill modifies Minnesota's property tax classification system to include certain farm wineries under Class 2 agricultural property. By amending state statutes, the legislation allows wineries that meet specific agricultural criteria to qualify for lower tax rates similar to traditional farming operations. The change directly affects winery owners who currently do not fit the existing definitions of agricultural land use, potentially reducing their property tax assessments. The bill requires wineries to demonstrate compliance with agricultural production standards to receive this new classification status.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces property tax assessments for farm wineries, providing tax relief and supporting agricultural economic stability.85% confidence
Jason Rarick (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SF 5167: Prohibition repeal on conversion therapy with minors and vulnerable adults

This bill removes the state prohibition against conversion therapy for minors and vulnerable adults, allowing mental health practitioners to offer such services to these groups again. The legislation amends existing statutes to define conversion therapy while clarifying that support for gender transition and identity exploration remains permitted. By repealing the specific section that banned these practices for young people and vulnerable adults, the bill effectively lifts the current restrictions on mental health professionals in Minnesota.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill removes protections against conversion therapy for minors, restricting access to safe mental health care and limiting patient rights.95% confidence
Glenn Gruenhagen (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SF 5163: City of Newport water and sewer infrastructure appropriation and bond issuance authorization

This bill authorizes the issuance of up to $5.8 million in state bonds to fund infrastructure improvements for the City of Newport. The funds will be used to remove, replace, and install water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems, as well as reconstruct affected streets in specific areas of the city. The project aims to address issues with inflow and infiltration in the municipal water and sewer networks. The legislation directs the commissioner of management and budget to sell the bonds and provide the grant money to the Public Facilities Authority for implementation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes state bonds to fund essential water and sewer infrastructure, directly increasing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds infrastructure to fix inflow and infiltration in sewer systems, reducing pollution and protecting water quality.75% confidence
Matt Klein (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SF 5152: Minnesota Age in Place Network appropriation

This bill authorizes a one-time $3 million grant from the state's general fund to support the Minnesota Age in Place Network. The funding will be given to Age Well at Home, a nonprofit organization, to help older low- to moderate-income homeowners make safety and accessibility improvements in their own residences. Each individual home modification project covered by the grant is limited to a maximum of $20,000, while up to 10% of the total funds may be used for administrative costs related to running the network.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a one-time $3 million state grant to fund essential housing safety improvements for low-to-moderate-income seniors.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides $3M grant to fund home modifications for older homeowners, directly strengthening housing accessibility and affordability.95% confidence
Lindsey Port (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SF 5166: Working group on ending land disposal of mixed municipal solid waste establishment

This bill creates a working group to study how Minnesota can stop sending mixed household trash to landfills. The group will include representatives from government, industry, environmental groups, and the public, who must be appointed by October 1, 2026. Its main task is to develop a plan that eliminates landfilling by 2040, while also estimating the costs and benefits for various groups. The bill provides $250,000 in funding for the group's work and requires it to submit its final report by January 1, 2029.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a working group to eliminate landfilling of mixed waste by 2040, directly advancing environmental protection and waste reduction goals.95% confidence
Mark Koran (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SF 5151: Homeless families, those at risk of homelessness, or highly mobile families assistance appropriation modification

This bill modifies funding for the "Homework Starts with Home" program, which assists homeless families, those at risk of homelessness, and highly mobile families. It allocates $1 million in fiscal year 2027 and mandates $2 million grants in fiscal years 2028 and 2029 specifically for the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority to support a partnership focused on housing stability and school access. The legislation establishes a permanent base funding level of $2 million for the program starting in fiscal year 2028. Directly affected entities include the state housing agency and the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority, while the primary beneficiaries are families in Minneapolis with school-aged children.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1M in FY2027 and mandates $2M grants in FY2028-2029 to fund a housing stability program for homeless families.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates funding to improve housing stability and school access for homeless and mobile families, directly enhancing educational access.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates funding to assist homeless families and supports housing stability programs.95% confidence
Doron Clark (D)
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