Rep. Paul Anderson

Maddy summaryHF 2113 exempts small Minnesota employers with 50 or fewer employees from the state's paid leave requirement. This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 268B.01, to explicitly exclude such employers from the paid leave mandate. Small businesses that currently meet the 50-employee threshold will no longer be required to provide paid leave under this law. Employers with 50 or fewer employees may still choose to opt into the paid leave program if they wish. The bill directly affects small business owners and their employees in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 2103 appropriates $9 million from Minnesota's general fund to fund a tracking system for tradable ammonia, hydrogen, and renewable energy certificates. The bill directly affects the Midwest Renewable Energy Tracking System, which will manage the certificate system. Key provisions require grantees to submit annual spending reports to the Legislative Auditor (2026-2030) and report on green ammonia certificate issuances to commerce and agriculture commissioners (2030-2035). The funding supports developing infrastructure for tracking these renewable energy credits.

Maddy summaryHF 3236 modifies Minnesota's requirements for groundwater appropriation permits. It requires applicants to submit detailed geologic data about well sites, specific pumpage rates, water quality assessments, and results from aquifer tests conducted at the requested pumping rate. The bill also clarifies that applicants bear all costs for aquifer tests and monitoring, and sets a 150-day deadline (or 120 days after test results) for permit decisions. This directly affects businesses, agricultural operations, and developers seeking groundwater permits by increasing application documentation and cost responsibilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill limits the legal liability of nonprofit organizations and their corporate donors for injuries or deaths that occur during livestock activities due to inherent risks. It amends existing Minnesota law to clarify that entities providing services, livestock, facilities, or equipment to nonprofit groups are not held responsible for participant injuries arising from the natural dangers of livestock events. The protection applies only to causes of action that begin on or after August 1, 2025, meaning it does not affect lawsuits filed before that date. The legislation directly affects nonprofit groups hosting livestock events and the corporations that support them through donations.

Maddy summaryHF 3651 establishes safety standards for fuel-dispensing equipment handling alcohol-blended fuels with over 10% ethanol in Minnesota. The bill requires such equipment (including dispensers, hoses, nozzles, and pumps) to have both a third-party safety certification (like UL) for the ethanol concentration range and a manufacturer's written certification for the specific blend being used. These standards ensure equipment meets existing fire and life safety requirements under the State Fire Code without altering other safety provisions like electrical classifications or emergency shutoff systems. The law directly affects fuel retailers and equipment manufacturers operating in Minnesota with ethanol-blended fuel systems.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the duties of Minnesota's Department of Human Services commissioner regarding how the state handles federal SNAP fiscal disallowances and sanctions. It adds a definition for MAXIS, the computer system used to determine eligibility for public assistance programs, and updates the commissioner's responsibilities to include developing performance measures that focus on reducing inequities, improving program coordination, and minimizing administrative burdens for families. The legislation also grants the commissioner expanded authority to monitor county agencies, enforce compliance with federal and state welfare laws, and adjust benefits when necessary to align with regulations. Additionally, it requires the commissioner to report biennially on grants received and program performance to legislative committees.

Maddy summaryThis bill stops annual payments from the Monticello nuclear plant to a state renewable energy fund and modifies how distributed solar energy standards are handled. It extends a sales tax exemption on residential natural gas and electricity to apply year-round instead of seasonally. Additionally, the bill exempts electric and natural gas facilities from paying the state commercial-industrial property tax. These changes directly affect the Monticello nuclear plant operator, solar energy developers, residential energy consumers, and utility companies operating gas and electric infrastructure.

Maddy summaryHF 821 appropriates $3.866 million for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to fund nitrate mitigation for private drinking water wells in Dodge, Fillmore, Goodhue, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona counties. It directly affects private well owners in these counties with nitrate levels exceeding 10 mg/L, prioritizing households at or below 300% of the federal poverty guideline and those with infants or pregnant individuals. The funding covers reverse osmosis systems, well repairs, and reconstruction, plus education and outreach. The commissioner of agriculture may also transfer funds to the commissioner of health to administer the program, with up to 6.5% of the appropriation allowed for administrative costs.

Maddy summaryHF 1795 appropriates state funds for Minnesota's farm-to-school and early childhood care programs, directly supporting schools and child care providers serving children. The bill allocates specific funding for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to purchase Minnesota-grown fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, grain, and dairy for these settings, including reimbursements for equipment and food purchases. It also sets aside $150,000 annually for a statewide coordinator to assist farmers and institutions, and allows limited state funding (up to 7.5% of federal funds) to support federal program administration. Eligible entities must participate in federal nutrition programs like the National School Lunch Program.

Maddy summaryHF 845 modifies Minnesota's net metering rules for small-scale renewable energy systems. It allows customers with systems under 40 kilowatts to choose between receiving compensation based on the utility's avoided costs or the average retail electricity rate. The bill clarifies key terms like "designated meter" and "contiguous property" to streamline billing for these systems. This directly affects residential and small business customers with solar panels or similar renewable installations who generate excess electricity for the grid.