Rep. Dan Wolgamott

Maddy summaryHF 1245 authorizes the state to borrow $200 million through bond sales to fund repairs and replacements of University of Minnesota buildings. The money would be allocated to the university's Higher Education Asset Preservation and Replacement (HEAPR) program, as specified in Minnesota law. This funding mechanism uses state bonds (not direct tax revenue) and must follow existing rules for such spending. The bill directly affects the University of Minnesota's infrastructure maintenance budget without altering university operations or policies.

Maddy summaryHF 1145 prohibits Minnesota legislators from acting as lobbyists for two years after leaving office. It directly affects former state legislators who would otherwise seek lobbying roles immediately following their service. The bill authorizes a civil penalty of up to $25,000 or the amount earned from violating the ban, whichever is lower. This law applies to legislators whose service ends on or after the effective date following final enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $2,950,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $2,950,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to support Minnesota's county feedlot program. The funds are provided to delegated counties (those authorized to administer the program) through grants managed by the Pollution Control Agency. These grants will help counties oversee feedlot operations under Minnesota Statutes section 116.0711, focusing on environmental compliance and oversight. Any unspent funds from 2026 may be carried over to 2027.

Maddy summaryHF 1548 authorizes housing and redevelopment authorities in Minnesota to establish local housing trust funds using dedicated public revenue. These funds, defined in the bill, would support housing initiatives like affordable housing development and tenant assistance. The legislation amends Minnesota Statutes section 462C.16 to clarify that local governments (including cities, counties, and authorities) can create such funds with dedicated revenue streams. This change expands options for communities to locally fund housing programs without requiring new state-level funding.

Maddy summaryHF 1572 appropriates $155,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $155,000 for fiscal year 2027 to Independent School District No. 742 in St. Cloud. The funds are specifically designated for the Preschool 4 Success program, operated jointly with the Rotary Club of St. Cloud, to support early childhood education services. This is a one-time appropriation, with the 2026 funds available until June 30, 2027, and the 2027 funds until June 30, 2028. Up to 3% of the total amount may be used for administrative costs related to the grant.

Maddy summaryHF 1806 requires Minnesota health insurance plans to cover nonopioid prescription drugs and non-drug pain treatments, such as physical therapy, as alternatives to opioids. Specifically, plans must cover at least two FDA-approved nonopioid drugs (not controlled substances) and three nonpharmacologic modalities, while prohibiting preferential coverage for opioids or stricter rules for nonopioid options than for opioids. This affects all health plans operating in Minnesota, including those offered to individuals and employers, with requirements effective January 1, 2026. Plans must also provide annual educational materials about these covered options to both healthcare providers and enrollees.

Maddy summaryHF 1807 requires health insurance plans in Minnesota to treat nonopioid drugs approved by the FDA for pain treatment equally with opioids in their coverage. Specifically, it prohibits insurers from designating nonopioid pain drugs as "nonpreferred" when opioids are preferred or imposing stricter requirements (like prior authorization) on nonopioid drugs than on opioids. This applies immediately upon FDA approval of a nonopioid drug for pain management. The bill directly affects health insurance plans managing drug formularies and ensures patients seeking pain treatment have equal access to nonopioid options without unnecessary barriers.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a $5,000 annual income tax credit for Minnesota graduates of accredited aerospace or aviation educational programs during their first five years of full-time employment with qualifying employers. It also provides a tax credit for employers who reimburse tuition for these graduates during the same five-year period. The credit applies only to graduates with degrees, certificates, or FAA-recognized certifications from approved programs at eligible institutions. Both credits are limited to the taxpayer's annual income tax liability and expire after five years.

Maddy summaryHF 1683 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to fund The Redemption Project. The program provides justice-impacted individuals and inmates with virtue-based education, mentoring, support services, and employment assistance to reduce recidivism and support community reintegration. Funds are administered through the Commissioner of Corrections to cover these specific services. The bill directly affects formerly incarcerated individuals and those impacted by the justice system by creating access to structured transition programming.

Maddy summaryHF 1623 appropriates $1.525 million annually for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from Minnesota’s arts fund to provide grants for interactive exhibits and outreach programs at 12 specific children’s museums across the state. The bill allocates exact annual amounts to each museum, including $175,000 each year for The Works (Bloomington) and the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota (Mankato), among others. Eligible museums must meet IRS criteria for children’s museums under code A52. This funding directly supports hands-on learning experiences focused on arts and cultural heritage for young visitors at these facilities.