Rep. Isaac Schultz

Maddy summaryHF 2130 modifies several driver's license and ignition interlock requirements for individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). It extends the required use period for ignition interlock devices after license reinstatement and adds criminal penalties for drivers who operate vehicles without these devices. The bill also adjusts procedures for license revocations, judicial review of extensions, temporary license issuance, and the process for reissuing impounded license plates. These changes primarily affect drivers with DUI convictions who are required to use ignition interlocks or face license restrictions.

Maddy summaryHF 1 would repeal the provision allowing undocumented adults to enroll in MinnesotaCare, ending their current eligibility for this state health coverage program. The bill directly affects undocumented adults in Minnesota who currently receive health coverage through MinnesotaCare. Its key mechanism is removing the specific language that permits this coverage, effectively ending their access to the program. This is a repeal of an existing policy, not a new benefit.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires underground telecommunications installers working near existing utilities to be "safety-qualified" starting in 2025. It mandates that certified installers must perform utility location checks (via hand/hydro-excavation) and monitor directional drilling operations, with at least two certified installers present during drilling. Installers must complete a 40-hour training course covering utility safety, incident response, and equipment use, pass an exam, and take 4-hour refresher courses every three years to maintain certification. The rule applies to all installations within 10 feet of existing utilities or crossing them, beginning July 1, 2025, in the seven-county metro area and January 1, 2026, statewide - excluding private property installations under 36 inches deep.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to legalize sports betting in Minnesota, but only if conducted by federally recognized Indian tribes under existing gaming compacts or by state-licensed horse racing tracks. It would require a 20% tax on wagers (minus winnings) and mandate that revenues be split equally to fund substance use disorder programs, local charitable organizations supported by gambling donations, horse racing purses, and the state general fund. The amendment must be approved by voters in the 2026 general election. If passed, it would establish the first legal framework for sports betting in Minnesota under these specific conditions.

Maddy summaryHF 3345 eliminates Minnesota's Clean Car rules and prohibits state agencies from adopting rules that restrict consumer choice of fuel types for specific motorized equipment. The bill directly affects consumers, retailers, and manufacturers by banning requirements for retailers to stock certain fuel types (like electric or gas) and preventing rules that limit which fuel sources consumers can purchase for items such as generators, lawn mowers, snowmobiles, and passenger vehicles. Key provisions include repealing specific Clean Car rulemaking authority (Minnesota Rules parts 7023.0150-7023.0300) and explicitly prohibiting agency rules that mandate fuel-source-based inventory or restrict fuel choices. This bill modifies regulatory authority to prioritize consumer choice over fuel-source mandates for the listed equipment categories.

Maddy summaryHF 3318 requires the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board to create a commemorative work honoring Minnesota's first recorded Italian immigrant on Capitol grounds, with design completion by December 2026 and installation by December 2027. The bill appropriates funds from the general fund for the project, allocating $ for the Board in fiscal year 2026 (available until June 2028) and similar funding for the Department of Administration. This procedural bill directly affects state agencies responsible for Capitol design and funding, recognizing Italian-American contributions through a physical memorial.

Maddy summaryHF 3297 requires all applicants for a Minnesota driver's license or identification card to provide proof of legal presence in the United States. This change directly affects anyone seeking to obtain or renew these documents, adding a new eligibility requirement to existing rules. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to explicitly prohibit issuing licenses to applicants who fail to provide this proof, aligning with federal requirements under 8 U.S.C. §1324. The intent is stated as enhancing public safety while complying with federal law, without altering other existing licensing conditions like vision tests or driving experience.

Maddy summaryHF 3286 establishes a state grant program to help Minnesota school districts purchase propane-powered school buses. It directly affects school districts and transportation providers, with priority given to "prioritized school districts" (those with high poverty rates, rural locations, or tribal funding). Grants cover up to 50% of bus costs for prioritized districts and 25% for others, plus up to 50% of new propane storage equipment costs. The bill requires annual reports to the legislature on grant allocations and outcomes, with applications submitted twice yearly through a competitive process.

Maddy summaryHF 47 modifies certification requirements for underground telecommunications installers in Minnesota. It mandates that workers performing installations near existing utilities or using directional drilling must be certified safety-qualified installers, requiring a 40-hour training course covering utility identification, incident response, and safety procedures. The law phases in requirements: certified installers must be used for new work in the seven-county metro area starting July 1, 2025, and statewide by January 1, 2026, with a 36-inch depth exemption for private property. Installers must pass an exam and complete refresher courses every three years to maintain certification. This directly affects telecommunications companies, installers, and construction projects involving underground utility work.

Maddy summaryHF 3255 prohibits Minnesota employers from deducting and withholding wage taxes, and bars the collection of sales or excise taxes (like those on goods or services), during a government shutdown period. Specifically, it prevents these tax collections on wages paid or transactions occurring during the period starting July 1 of an odd-numbered year when funding bills for state government operations (executive, legislative, or judicial branches) haven't been approved for the upcoming biennium, plus 10 days for wage taxes or 3 days for consumption taxes. This directly affects employers who normally withhold income tax and businesses that collect sales tax during these funding gaps. The law amends Minnesota Statutes to add these temporary tax exemptions, effective upon final enactment.