Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4706: Cause of action provision for harmful therapy practices

This bill creates a legal cause of action allowing individuals who were minors when they underwent conversion therapy to sue mental health professionals for damages. It defines conversion therapy as practices attempting to change sexual orientation or gender identity, and specifies that psychological harm includes conditions like depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. The law permits parents or guardians to file lawsuits on behalf of minors who were injured, or to sue if the individual is deceased or incapacitated. If a plaintiff wins the case, they may receive injunctive relief to stop future violations, civil penalties of at least $50,000, various types of damages, and legal fees. The bill applies only to licensed mental health professionals in Minnesota and does not allow state or local government officials to enforce it.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4635: Trust establishment for current and recent foster youth receiving benefits and other income

This bill establishes a trust system for current and recent foster youth in Minnesota who receive government benefits or other income, allowing financially responsible agencies to manage these funds on behalf of the children. The legislation authorizes agencies to apply as payees for Supplemental Security Income, retirement benefits, veteran benefits, and similar payments, while requiring written notice to the child, parents, guardians, and other relevant parties about the arrangement. Key provisions mandate that funds be used solely for the child's care, prohibit commingling with other funds, and require agencies to maintain records and submit annual reports to state officials. The bill also ensures that children aged 13 and older receive clear, in-person explanations about how their benefits are being managed.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4707: Health plan coverage of conversion therapy prohibition for minors and vulnerable adults

This bill prohibits health insurance plans in Minnesota from covering conversion therapy for minors under 18 and vulnerable adults, effective January 1, 2027. It requires the commissioner of human rights to take actions to protect Minnesotans from conversion therapy, including investigating complaints against mental health practitioners who engage in such practices. The legislation amends existing human rights laws to expand the commissioner's authority to address discriminatory practices related to conversion therapy. Health plans offered to Minnesota residents must comply with these restrictions when renewing or issuing policies after the effective date.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 13, 2026

HF 4347: Quantity limits on coverage for home care nursing services prohibited, and home care nursing services defined.

This bill requires health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover home care nursing services without imposing quantity limits on the number of visits or hours provided. It directly affects individuals enrolled in health plans who also receive medical assistance, ensuring they receive ongoing skilled nursing care without arbitrary caps on coverage. The legislation defines home care nursing services as continuous, medically necessary care that cannot be safely delivered through intermittent visits, and mandates that plans refer to these services by this specific name in all coverage documents. While cost-sharing like copayments may still apply, the bill prohibits plans from restricting coverage based on the total amount of services needed, with most provisions taking effect in 2026.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4747: Mortgage foreclosure process modification to allow for online sales and private selling officers

This bill modifies Minnesota's mortgage foreclosure process to allow for online sales and the use of private selling officers, expanding how properties can be sold during foreclosure proceedings. It requires foreclosure notices to include specific information about online sales websites and private selling officer contact details, while also clarifying rules for calculating damages when proper notice is not sent to interested parties. The legislation updates various statutes to reflect these procedural changes and includes standardized language for foreclosure advice notices to help homeowners understand their options. These changes affect lenders, borrowers, and other parties involved in the foreclosure process by altering how sales are conducted and how notices are delivered.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 13, 2026

HF 4428: Community engagement requirements established for the medical assistance program.

This bill requires individuals seeking Minnesota medical assistance to demonstrate community engagement through work, education, or community service to maintain eligibility. Applicants must show compliance with these requirements over the two months before applying or renewing, or qualify for specific exceptions. Eligible individuals can meet the requirement by working 80 hours, completing 80 hours of community service, attending school half-time, earning at least the federal minimum wage for 80 hours, or combining these activities. The law includes exceptions for parents of young children, veterans with total disabilities, SNAP recipients, people in addiction treatment, inmates, and those with serious medical conditions or disabilities.

Topics ✗ Education ✗ Healthcare ✗ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 13, 2026

HF 4576: Duties of school trust lands director modified, director's required report to the Legislative Permanent School Fund Commission modified, and report required.

This bill modifies the duties of Minnesota's school trust lands director and establishes new reporting requirements for the Legislative Permanent School Fund Commission. The director will be required to develop a ten-year strategic plan and a 25-year framework for managing school trust lands, with goals to retain core assets, increase their value, and explore revenue-generating options including ecosystem services markets. Additionally, the director must submit an annual written report by January 15 each year detailing management activities, financial positions, and recommended statutory changes to improve asset allocation. The bill also clarifies the director's role as temporary trustee during eminent domain proceedings and requires quarterly public meetings to inform beneficiaries and the public about trust land management work. These changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4809: Mental health care services establishment for students through telehealth

This bill directs the Minnesota Department of Education to hire a mental health care provider to offer telehealth services to students across the state. The selected provider must use licensed Minnesota clinicians, ensure appointments are available within one week of referral, and demonstrate experience billing insurance plans. The provider will be required to submit annual reports on student access, engagement rates, clinical outcomes, and cost effectiveness, with data broken down by school district. The legislation also appropriates $9 million from the general fund for the 2027 fiscal year to support these services.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4814: Public waters and public drainage system laws clarification provisions

This bill clarifies Minnesota laws regarding public waters and public drainage systems by updating procedures for repairs and work in these areas. It allows drainage authorities to proceed with repairs more efficiently when existing records are available, while requiring commissioner notification and review only when records are missing. The bill also creates exceptions to public-waters-work permit requirements for certain drainage system repairs and projects that do not substantially affect public waters. Additionally, it establishes a process for resolving conflicts between wetland management goals and drainage system maintenance needs.

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4301: Domestic abuse provisions modifications

This bill expands the legal definition of domestic abuse in Minnesota to include behaviors like stalking, harassment, and controlling actions, while also clarifying who qualifies as a family or household member. It requires law enforcement to report specific domestic abuse case data annually and authorizes arrests for suspected nonfelony domestic abuse, with arrested individuals held in custody until their first court appearance. The legislation also establishes a task force to improve responses to domestic violence crimes and mandates annual reports on officer-involved death investigations related to domestic abuse. These changes directly affect law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, courts, and individuals involved in domestic abuse situations across the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4783: Suspension of medical assistance payments during investigation of kickback fraud authorization provision

This bill allows Minnesota's Department of Human Services to temporarily stop medical assistance payments to healthcare providers when there is a credible allegation of kickback fraud under investigation. It requires the department to define kickbacks as a form of fraud in its rules and permits withholding funds without prior notice when fraud is suspected, though providers retain the right to appeal the decision. The legislation also mandates that payments be restored once investigations conclude without sufficient evidence of wrongdoing, while allowing forfeiture of funds if criminal convictions occur. These changes directly affect healthcare providers, managed care organizations, and individuals receiving medical assistance in Minnesota.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SF 4541: Cannabis business licensing provisions modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's cannabis business licensing framework by adding a new "cannabis macrobusiness" license category to the existing system of microbusinesses, mezzobusinesses, and other specialized licenses. The legislation updates state statutes to formally recognize this new license type and adjusts definitions for terms like "cannabis business" and "license holder" to include macrobusinesses alongside existing categories. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of medical cannabinoid products to allow hemp-derived concentrates and removes potency limits for these products, while prohibiting unlicensed home extraction of cannabis concentrate using volatile solvents. These changes directly affect cannabis industry operators, regulators, and patients by creating a new business classification and modifying rules around medical product composition and manufacturing requirements.

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