Minnesota Bills

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 412: Members of the legislative committees on education policy and education finance required to observe a teacher or administrator each year, house and senate required to adopt rules, and report required.

HF 412 requires members of Minnesota's education policy and finance legislative committees to observe a teacher or administrator for at least 12 hours over a two-year period. Committee members must submit detailed reports - including date, school, and grade levels observed - to legislative leadership, with all reports published online by the Legislative Reference Library. The House and Senate are also required to adopt rules to implement these requirements. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 5: Imposition and allocation of certain taxes modified, tax analysis required, transportation funding impacts analysis required, retail delivery fee repealed, unlimited Social Security subtraction provided, previous appropriation and transfer modified, reports required, money transferred, and money appropriated.

HF 5 modifies Minnesota's tax structure by repealing the retail delivery fee and establishing an "unlimited Social Security subtraction," allowing taxpayers to subtract all their Social Security benefits from state taxable income. It redirects transportation funding by creating a "transportation advancement account" and requires specific distribution percentages: 36% to metropolitan counties, 28% to county highway funds, 23% to larger cities, 34% to small cities, 15% to town roads, and 1% to food delivery support. The bill also mandates tax analysis and reporting requirements for transportation funding impacts and modifies several tax statutes, including those governing Social Security benefit subtractions. These changes directly affect Minnesota taxpayers, local governments, and transportation agencies, effective July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

Jim Joy (R) · 31 co-sponsors

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 3299: Community pharmacy reimbursement fair pricing requirement provision

SF 3299 requires community pharmacies in Minnesota to receive minimum reimbursement for dispensed prescriptions, directly affecting local pharmacies and the entities that reimburse them (pharmacy benefit managers and managed care organizations). The bill mandates reimbursement at or above the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) or Wholesale Acquisition Cost (WAC), plus a professional dispensing fee adjusted every two years based on cost surveys to cover inflation and operational expenses. It prohibits below-cost payments, negative adjustments (like transaction fees), and unequal reimbursement rates between community pharmacies and PBM-owned pharmacies. This applies to all prescriptions except those involving federal 340B program drugs, which follow separate federal/state rules.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 530: Supermajority vote of the legislature required to convey certain state land for less than market value, and constitutional amendment proposed.

HF 530 proposes adding a constitutional amendment requiring a three-fifths vote in both legislative chambers to approve any law conveying state land exceeding 640 acres for less than its market value. This would directly affect state land transactions, requiring broader legislative consensus for such sales. The bill mandates that if adopted, the amendment must be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election with a specific "yes/no" question. The key provision changes the standard for approving below-market-value land conveyances from a simple majority to a supermajority vote. The amendment would apply only to land sales exceeding 640 acres, not smaller transactions.

Topics ✗ Housing

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 1487: Data on fully denied claims required to be submitted to the all-payer claims database, fee schedule for expanded access to data in the all-payer claims database established, and money appropriated.

HF 1487 requires health insurance companies, dental organizations, and third-party administrators to submit detailed data on fully denied claims to Minnesota's all-payer claims database. This includes specific fields like denial reasons, claim identifiers, and adjudication status for each denied claim line. The bill also establishes a fee schedule for researchers and organizations to access this data for studies on health care outcomes, disparities, and spending, while prohibiting uses that could create unfair market advantages or reidentify individuals. All data must be de-identified and protected under strict privacy safeguards.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 1426: Stewardship program for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products established; mercury in batteries prohibited; rulemaking authorized; and money appropriated.

HF 1426 establishes a statewide program requiring manufacturers of electronic products (like circuit boards and batteries) to fund collection and recycling of covered items through a reimbursement board. It directly affects electronics manufacturers by mandating their financial responsibility for end-of-life products and consumers by creating designated collection sites. The bill prohibits mercury in batteries and defines specific categories of "covered products," including circuit boards and batteries (excluding lead-acid types), while exempting medical devices and vehicles. It also appropriates funds to implement the program and replaces outdated battery management rules.

Topics ✓ Environment

Athena Hollins (D) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 2633: Educational outcomes, safety and accountability for students with disabilities improvement pilot program establishment and appropriation

SF 2633 establishes a state-funded pilot program for Minnesota schools starting in 2025-2026 to improve educational outcomes, safety, and inclusion for students with disabilities. It requires participating schools to develop detailed inclusion plans addressing accessibility, reducing overrepresentation of students of color in restrictive settings, and using neurodiversity-affirming practices, with measurable goals like reducing disciplinary referrals. The program mandates collaboration with students, families, and educators, and requires two annual reports to legislators evaluating effectiveness and cost-benefit analysis. The bill appropriates funds for fiscal year 2026, with the program effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 2630: Governor's Council on an Age-Friendly Minnesota conversion into the Age-Friendly Minnesota Council, codifying existing grants, and appropriation

SF 2630 converts the Governor's Council on an Age-Friendly Minnesota into the permanent "Age-Friendly Minnesota Council" and codifies existing grant programs. The bill establishes a 15-member council with voting members from state agencies (like Health, Human Services, and Transportation) and six public members appointed by the governor to represent older adults, caregivers, Tribal communities, and underserved areas. The council's duties include coordinating age-friendly efforts across state agencies, reviewing grants, promoting equity for older adults of color and Indigenous communities, and making policy recommendations. The bill also appropriates funding to support the council's operations and ensures regular meetings with public participation options.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 1698: Property tax exemption allowed for certain leased land.

HF 1698 amends Minnesota property tax law to expand exemptions for certain leased land. It adds new exemptions allowing nonprofit conservation organizations to lease land for grazing activities without triggering property taxes, and clarifies that airport hangars used for aviation services (not for general business) remain tax-exempt. The bill directly affects nonprofit groups leasing land for conservation and airport operators leasing hangars for aircraft services. These changes take effect for property taxes due in 2026. The bill does not create new taxes but modifies existing exemption rules.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2742: Minnesota clearance grant program provided, law enforcement agency solve rate of crimes involving nonfatal shootings increased, and money appropriated.

HF 2742 establishes Minnesota's Clearance Grant Program to help law enforcement agencies improve their resolution rates for nonfatal shooting incidents. The program provides state funds for agencies to hire investigators, purchase forensic equipment, support victim services, and develop data-sharing systems across agencies. Recipients must submit biannual reports detailing investigations, staffing, clearance rates, and how grant funds were used. This directly affects local and state law enforcement agencies handling nonfatal shooting cases, with priority given to those with high unsolved case rates and plans for interagency collaboration. The bill requires agencies to track and report on specific metrics like victim/offender demographics and clearance rate improvements.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 1669: Income and corporate franchise taxes; allocation for the credit for sustainable aviation fuel increased.

HF 1669 increases the annual funding limit for Minnesota's tax credit supporting sustainable aviation fuel producers. It raises the allocation cap from $2.1 million to $10 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. This change directly affects businesses producing or using sustainable aviation fuel within Minnesota by expanding the available tax credit. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 41A.30 to adjust these funding limits, allowing more financial support for this clean energy initiative. The credit remains available until fiscal year 2030, with unallocated funds expiring after that date.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

Greg Davids (R) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2393: Professions that may serve as a medical consultant for a community health board modified.

HF 2393 amends Minnesota Statutes section 145A.02, subdivision 15, to clarify which licensed health professionals can serve as medical consultants for community health boards. Currently, the definition includes licensed physicians, osteopathic physicians, physician assistants, and certified advanced practice nurses. The bill modifies this list to specify exactly which professions qualify under the statute. This change directly affects community health boards seeking medical advisors and the eligible health professionals who may provide such services. The amendment aims to ensure clarity in who can legally advise these boards on medical matters.

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