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in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5021: Federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Disallowances modification

This bill modifies how the state handles disallowances for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and updates child care licensing rules within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. It requires the department commissioner to create specific performance goals focused on reducing inequities, improving program coordination, and simplifying the process for families to receive services. The legislation also mandates a biennial report to legislative committees detailing all grants received and the department's progress toward these new objectives. Additionally, it grants the commissioner expanded authority to monitor county agencies, enforce compliance with welfare laws, and enter into contracts with various organizations and Tribal Nations to administer assistance programs.
Melissa Wiklund (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5040: Theft of motor vehicle penalty enhancement provision

This bill proposes to increase penalties for stealing motor vehicles in Minnesota by reclassifying such theft as a more serious offense. Under the new rules, stealing a car would result in a maximum prison sentence of ten years and a fine of up to $20,000, provided the theft occurred on or after August 1, 2025. The legislation also updates sentencing guidelines for other property crimes by adjusting fine limits and imprisonment terms based on the value of stolen goods and specific circumstances like prior convictions. These changes directly affect individuals charged with theft and the courts that determine their sentences.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties and expands criminalization by raising maximum prison sentences and fines for vehicle theft.95% confidence
Mike Holmstrom (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5044: Require undesignated money returned to the state through restitution or recovery be deposited in a taxpayer refund account

This bill creates a new "Taxpayer Refund Account" to hold undesignated money the state recovers through civil settlements, fraud actions, overpayments, fines, and certain criminal restitution payments. When these funds are collected, state agencies must transfer them to the Department of Management and Budget within 60 days, where they will be kept separate from other state money. At the end of each legislative session, if the account balance exceeds $300 million, the state will issue direct tax refunds to individual Minnesota taxpayers based on a formula set by the commissioner. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies only to recovered funds received on or after that date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by creating a dedicated account for recovered funds, ensuring transparency and preventing misuse of taxpayer money.95% confidence
Steve Green (R)
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 4922: Manufacturers audit requirement removed.

This bill removes the requirement for electronic pull-tab manufacturers to complete annual system and organization controls audits. It directly affects gambling manufacturers licensed in Minnesota by eliminating a specific compliance obligation previously mandated under state law. The legislation amends existing statutes to delete the audit requirement while keeping other financial reporting rules for gambling organizations intact. By repealing the specific section that enforced these manufacturer audits, the bill simplifies regulatory expectations for this industry segment without altering broader audit standards for larger gambling entities.
Wayne Johnson (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5053: Solar Energy Consumer Protection Act establishment

This bill establishes the Solar Energy Systems Consumer Protection Act to regulate contracts between solar energy companies and consumers in Minnesota. It directly affects individuals purchasing or leasing solar energy systems, including those under power purchase agreements, by requiring companies to register with the state and submit periodic reports. The legislation defines key terms such as "consumer," "lease," and "energy storage system" to clarify which transactions fall under the new rules. Additionally, the bill outlines specific protections for lenders and addresses how solar systems installed on new homes are treated differently than those on existing properties.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes consumer protection for solar energy systems, promoting renewable energy adoption and protecting utility consumers.90% confidence
Ann Johnson Stewart (D)
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 4930: Comfrey; stormwater system improvement funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill allocates $9,344,000 in state funds to the city of Comfrey to upgrade its municipal stormwater system and address flooding problems. The money will be used to design, engineer, and build new or replacement pipes and other infrastructure improvements. To finance this project, the state will issue bonds up to the amount of the appropriation. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final passage.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $9.3M in state funds and issues bonds to upgrade stormwater infrastructure, directly increasing funding for essential public services.95% confidence
Paul Torkelson (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5023: Road construction business mitigation grant program creation

This bill creates a grant program to help small businesses in Minnesota that suffer financial losses due to nearby road construction projects. It requires the commissioner of employment and economic development to set up a system where local organizations distribute one-time payments to businesses with fewer than 25 employees located within 300 feet of a construction site. These grants can only be used for payroll, operating costs, or facility expenses, and funding comes from allocating one percent of each eligible project's total budget. Additionally, the bill mandates that transportation authorities designate a business liaison to communicate with affected owners about project impacts and inform them about the available grant assistance.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a grant program to provide financial relief to small businesses affected by road construction, utilizing state funds to support economic stability.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates a grant program to mitigate financial losses for businesses affected by road construction, thereby supporting the economic viability of ongoing transportation infrastructure projects.90% confidence
Foung Hawj (D)
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 4880: Solar Energy Protection Act established relating to the sale of solar energy systems.

This bill establishes the Solar Energy Systems Consumer Protection Act to regulate the sale and leasing of solar energy systems in Minnesota. It directly affects solar energy companies and consumers by requiring businesses to register with the state and file specific reports regarding their operations. The legislation defines key terms such as agreements, leases, and loans to ensure clarity in contracts between providers and homeowners. Additionally, the bill sets rules for energy storage systems and clarifies how solar installations interact with existing real property laws.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes consumer protections for solar energy systems, promoting renewable energy adoption and protecting utility consumers.90% confidence
Patty Acomb (D)
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 4926: Housing infrastructure bonds authorized, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $50 million in housing infrastructure bonds to fund housing-related projects. It establishes a funding mechanism where the state transfers money from the general fund into a dedicated bond account to help pay for the interest and principal on these loans over many years. The amount of annual funding depends on which specific bond series are still active, with transfers occurring each July 15th through 2049. This legislation directly affects state agencies responsible for managing housing finance and the taxpayers who fund the state's general budget.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $50M in bonds to fund housing infrastructure, directly increasing state spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes $50M in bonds to fund housing infrastructure projects, directly strengthening housing availability and development.95% confidence
Spencer Igo (R)
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 4897: Table saw import, manufacture, or sale limited.

This bill would prohibit businesses in Minnesota from importing, manufacturing, or selling table saws that do not meet specific safety standards. Under the new rules, a saw must be designed so that a test probe moving above the table cannot cut deeper than 3.5 millimeters when the blade is spinning. Companies that violate these requirements could face legal penalties and be sued for damages, while those unable to obtain necessary patents on fair terms would be exempt. The law is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027.
Erin Koegel (D)
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 4833: Mobile crisis grants and protected transport start-up grants funding provided, and money appropriated.

This bill appropriates state money from the general fund for fiscal year 2027 to support mobile crisis services and nonemergency medical transportation providers in Minnesota. The commissioner of human services will distribute these funds as mobile crisis grants and start-up grants for protected transport. Specifically, the money can be used to purchase or configure vehicles that meet protected transport requirements. The measure impacts organizations providing crisis intervention and medical transportation services to the public.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds to support mobile crisis services and protected transport, directly advancing public health funding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill appropriates state funds to expand mobile crisis services and protected transport, directly strengthening mental health access and patient safety.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates state funds to purchase and configure vehicles for protected nonemergency medical transportation, directly funding transportation services.90% confidence
Robert Bierman (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 5066: Various judiciary, public safety and corrections policy provisions modifications and appropriation

SF 5066 is a legislative package that combines specific policy changes with funding allocations for the judiciary and public safety sectors in Minnesota. The bill appropriates money for the Supreme Court's security detail, staffing for a judicial security unit, and a grant program to improve courthouse safety. Additionally, it modifies existing laws related to crimes such as theft of public funds, school safety, and impersonating peace officers, while also adjusting statutes concerning emergency vehicles and firearms.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds to strengthen judiciary security and public safety programs, directly advancing the budget and appropriations topic.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds judiciary security, staffing, and courthouse safety grants, directly strengthening public safety and corrections infrastructure.85% confidence
Ron Latz (D)
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