Rep. Dawn Gillman

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts individuals under 15 years old from Minnesota's Paid Leave Law requirements. It directly affects employers who hire workers younger than 15, removing them from the state's paid leave coverage mandates. The legislation amends Minnesota Statutes 268B.01 by adding language to exclude young workers from the definitions of "covered employment" and "employee" under the paid leave program. Employers of workers under 15 will no longer be required to provide paid leave benefits to these employees under this law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires sellers of emotional support dogs to provide written notice to buyers stating that the dog is not a service animal and does not have the special training required for service dogs. The notice must be printed in bold 12-point type and included on the purchase receipt or a separate document, informing buyers that the dog is not entitled to the legal rights and privileges granted to service animals. Additionally, the bill increases criminal penalties for intentionally misrepresenting an emotional support dog as a service dog, raising the offense from a petty misdemeanor to a gross misdemeanor for repeat violations. These changes apply to all sales of emotional support dogs and take effect on August 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the licensing fees for scrap metal copper dealers in Minnesota, reducing the application and renewal fees from $250 to $100. It requires individuals to obtain a license from the commissioner of commerce to sell scrap metal copper starting January 1, 2025, with the new fee structure taking effect July 1, 2026. The legislation outlines application requirements, including personal information and proof of lawful copper acquisition, while also specifying conditions for license denial, suspension, or revocation. Additionally, the bill allows licensed professionals in related trades to sell scrap metal copper without a separate license if they hold existing certifications.

Maddy summaryHF 16 prohibits Minnesota cities, counties, or local governments from passing laws that block law enforcement from sharing immigration status information with federal authorities. It requires county attorneys to notify federal immigration agencies when someone without legal status is arrested for a violent crime. The bill overrides any local "noncooperation" policies that would restrict this information sharing or federal immigration enforcement. It applies to all local law enforcement and government entities in Minnesota, ensuring consistent cooperation with federal immigration enforcement on specific matters.

Maddy summaryHF 13 would amend Minnesota Statutes section 609.06 to eliminate the requirement that individuals must attempt to retreat before using reasonable force in self-defense or defense of others. The bill specifically removes the "duty to retreat" provision, allowing people to use force without first trying to avoid confrontation if they reasonably believe it is necessary. This change would directly affect Minnesotans using force to defend themselves or others in situations where they perceive an immediate threat. The bill was introduced but not passed, as it was laid on the table during the 2025 legislative session.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the legal definitions for adult foster care licensing in Minnesota to clarify the services and responsibilities required. It updates the definition of "foster care for adults" to specify that programs must provide household management services alongside food, lodging, protection, supervision, and care according to individual service plans. The bill also revises the definition of a "family adult foster care home" to require that the license holder lives in the home and serves as the primary caregiver providing the listed services. These changes directly affect adult foster care providers and licensing requirements administered by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. The adjustments aim to ensure clearer standards for how adult foster care homes operate and deliver care to functionally impaired adults.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies income and asset requirements for households receiving SNAP benefits in Minnesota. It requires SNAP households to demonstrate that their gross income does not exceed 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines, while net income must still meet federal SNAP requirements. The legislation also changes how vehicles are counted toward asset limits, specifically requiring that vehicles with a trade-in value of $100,000 or more be included in personal property calculations rather than being excluded. These changes directly affect Minnesota residents applying for or receiving SNAP assistance by adjusting eligibility criteria for income and vehicle assets.

Maddy summaryHF 3562 modifies Minnesota's motor vehicle registration tax for passenger cars and hearses. It reduces the tax rate from 1.54-1.575% to 1.25-1.285% of a vehicle's manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP), depending on whether the vehicle was first registered in Minnesota before or on/after November 16, 2020. The tax amount decreases each year based on the vehicle's age (e.g., 100% of MSRP in year one, dropping to 10% in year ten), then becomes a flat $20 annually after the 10th year. This bill directly affects Minnesota vehicle owners paying registration fees for passenger cars and hearses, effective for registrations starting January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates state funding for respite care services aimed at children with mental illness or serious mental illness in Minnesota. The appropriation provides money for grants administered by the commissioner of human services to support these services during fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The funds are intended to help families by offering temporary care relief for children requiring mental health support. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final passage by the legislature.

Maddy summaryHF 3520 modifies Minnesota law to allow room and board services provided through intensive residential treatment and residential crisis services to be covered by the behavioral health fund. It specifically clarifies that individuals enrolled in medical assistance or MinnesotaCare are eligible for this coverage, expanding access to these services. The bill amends statutes to require license holders to complete detailed assessments and treatment plans within specific timeframes for clients in these programs. It does not change eligibility criteria for the behavioral health fund itself but specifies that room and board costs in these settings now qualify for payment. This policy change directly affects residential mental health providers and clients receiving intensive treatment services.