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in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5049: Requirement modification to collect tax on certain undivided interest

This bill modifies Minnesota law to clarify how property taxes are collected on undivided interests in real estate, such as those held by mortgage lenders or lessees. It allows these individuals to pay taxes specifically on their portion of the property and receive official receipts for that payment. The update ensures that once taxes are paid for a specific interest, that portion is protected from enforcement actions related to unpaid taxes on the rest of the property. The changes apply immediately upon the bill's final enactment.
Keri Heintzeman (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5031: Require state-funded playgrounds to use inclusive design standards

This bill requires playgrounds built or significantly renovated with state money in Minnesota to follow inclusive design standards that welcome children with and without disabilities. To comply, projects must incorporate features like accessible paths, varied play equipment for different abilities, sensory activities, and comfortable seating areas, while also being reviewed by an expert in accessibility. The law defines "substantial renovation" as replacing half the equipment or changing the main play area and mandates the use of established universal design principles. Additionally, the Department of Natural Resources is authorized to create guidance documents in partnership with the Minnesota Council on Disability to help implement these requirements.
John Hoffman (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5022: Obstructing legal process crime expansion

This bill expands Minnesota's obstructing legal process crime to include interfering with federal immigration officers and prohibits local governments from passing rules that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. It requires county sheriffs to enter into agreements with federal agencies to assist with immigration enforcement without needing approval from local county boards. Additionally, the law makes it a crime to approach or stay near a peace officer, including federal officers, while they are actively making an arrest or investigating a crime, provided the person received a warning to back away. These changes apply to all municipalities and counties and are set to take effect on August 1, 2026.
Michael Kreun (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5043: Statute of limitations elimination for causes of action on gender-affirming care for minor children

This bill removes the standard four-year time limit for filing medical malpractice lawsuits involving gender-affirming care for minors in Minnesota. It defines gender-affirming care specifically as medical or surgical interventions, such as hormone therapy or puberty blockers, intended to affirm a minor's perceived gender identity. Consequently, patients or former patients can file these specific claims at any time, regardless of when the alleged error occurred. The law applies only to cases involving minor children and does not change the statute of limitations for other types of medical malpractice.
Steve Green (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 4940: Coverage of medical services and prescription medications requirement for the treatment of dementia

This bill requires health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover all FDA-approved medical services and prescription medications used to treat or slow the progression of dementia, including diagnostic tests to evaluate their effectiveness. To ensure patients can access these treatments without unnecessary hurdles, the law prohibits insurers from using step therapy protocols, which typically require trying cheaper or less effective options first, before approving coverage for dementia care. The legislation also modifies rules on prior authorization for other drugs, mandating public comment periods and streamlined processes for specific medications, such as those used by patients with enteral feeding tubes. These changes are set to take effect on January 1, 2027, applying to health plans that are offered, issued, or renewed on or after that date.
Ann Johnson Stewart (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 4992: State and local government participation limitation in federal civil immigration enforcement efforts

This bill restricts Minnesota state and local governments from participating in federal civil immigration enforcement activities, such as detaining individuals for deportation. It defines prohibited actions and clarifies that state resources should not be used for federal immigration purposes while still allowing cooperation on criminal matters. The legislation also requires hospitals to create policies for interactions with law enforcement and prohibits denying education based on immigration status.
Bonnie Westlin (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 4939: Student mental health grants appropriation

This bill appropriates state funds to the Department of Education to award grants for student mental health programs in elementary and secondary schools. The funding supports initiatives that encourage students to disconnect from electronic devices and social media, engage in physical activity, participate in collaborative experiences, and build in-person relationships. Grant applicants must demonstrate that their programs improve mental health outcomes, and the one-time appropriation is available until June 30, 2029. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Ann Johnson Stewart (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5011: Hermantown local sales tax authorization modifications

This bill modifies existing laws to allow the city of Hermantown to collect a local sales tax of 0.5% if approved by voters. The collected tax revenue must be used to cover administrative costs and fund three specific community projects: adding an ice sheet to the Hermantown Hockey Arena, building a trail connecting the Essentia Wellness Center to the Munger Trail, and upgrading Fichtner Park. Additionally, the bill authorizes the city to issue bonds to finance these projects without requiring a separate election or counting against the city's debt limits.
Grant Hauschild (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5067: Homeownership opportunity fund establishment, community and household stability fund establishment, rental opportunity fund establishment, increasing the sales and use tax rate by three-eighths of one percent, appropriating money to deposit in the funds, councils establishment to direct fund expenditures

This bill creates three new state funds to support housing stability in Minnesota, including a Homeownership Opportunity Fund, a Rental Opportunity Fund, and a Community and Household Stability Fund. To finance these programs, it proposes increasing the state sales and use tax rate by three-eighths of one percent, with the collected revenue directed into these accounts. The legislation establishes councils to oversee how the money is spent, ensuring that funds are used for emergency assistance, legal services, shelter operations, and the construction or rehabilitation of housing for those at risk of homelessness. Additionally, the bill mandates that projects funded by these sources must adhere to prevailing wage requirements similar to those for state construction projects.
Ron Latz (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5064: Office of Justice Programs appropriation to support trafficking victims

This bill appropriates $250,000 from the state's general fund for fiscal year 2027 to support victims of human trafficking in Minnesota. The money will be given to the Office of Justice Programs, which must award a grant to the International Institute of Minnesota to provide essential services such as housing, medical care, food, and employment assistance to up to 25 identified survivors. The grantee is required to partner with local law enforcement, shelters, healthcare providers, and other community organizations to help victims become safe and economically self-sufficient. Additionally, the bill mandates that the organization collect data on all clients to measure the impact of the funding and ensure accountability. This is a one-time appropriation designed to aid survivors in the seven-county metropolitan area.
Ron Latz (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5063: Law enforcement training appropriation

This bill appropriates $10 million from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to support law enforcement training through the Peace Officer Standards and Training Board. The money is designated as the Philando Castile Memorial Training Fund and can only be used to reimburse costs for specific courses covering use of force, crisis response, cultural diversity, and autism awareness. To receive funding, training sponsors must submit detailed applications outlining course goals, instructor qualifications, and assessment plans, while instructors are required to provide student evaluations upon completion. The board will review all continuing education courses annually to ensure they meet approved learning outcomes, and any remaining funds after reimbursing eligible requests may be used for other board-approved training. This is a one-time appropriation intended to strengthen training programs and maintain records of completed courses for chief law enforcement officers.
Ron Latz (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5051: Graffiti abatement policy establishment requirement provision

This bill requires the Minnesota Department of Transportation to create a formal policy for preventing and removing graffiti from its properties. The policy must be developed with input from local governments, law enforcement, and other experts, and it needs to identify high-priority locations based on complaint volume and visibility. Under the new rules, the department must set specific deadlines for cleaning up graffiti on these priority sites as well as on other properties. Additionally, the commissioner must submit an annual report to state legislators detailing the policy, the list of targeted properties, and any challenges faced in improving maintenance.
Doron Clark (D)
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