Rep. Bobbie Harder

Maddy summaryThis bill limits the implementation of Minnesota's traffic safety camera pilot program by establishing specific rules for red light and speed camera citations. It mandates that first-time offenders receive a warning instead of a fine, while second offenses are eligible for a traffic safety course that avoids a conviction. The penalties apply only to violations occurring between August 1, 2025, and the day following the bill's final enactment, with stricter rules for commercial drivers. Additionally, the law provides exemptions from fines for situations such as stolen vehicles, medical emergencies, and cases where the vehicle owner was not driving at the time of the violation.

Maddy summaryThis bill eliminates the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority and transfers its remaining debt obligations to the commissioner of management and budget. The legislation repeals the existing statute that established the authority, which was previously tasked with funding clean energy and emissions reduction projects through grants and loans. All outstanding debt from the authority incurred under this law must be moved to the state budget office by June 30, 2026. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment, while the repeal of the authority's governing statute is scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $4 million in state funds to design the STREAMS regional wastewater treatment facility. The funding will be distributed as grants to the cities of Winthrop, New Auburn, and Lafayette through the Public Facilities Authority. To finance this appropriation, the state will issue up to $4 million in bonds from the bond proceeds fund. The bill takes effect the day following its final passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires community pharmacies in Minnesota to receive reimbursement for prescription drugs that is at least equal to the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost or Wholesale Acquisition Cost, plus a professional dispensing fee adjusted for inflation and operational costs. It directly affects pharmacy benefit managers, managed care organizations, and community pharmacies by prohibiting below-cost reimbursements, banning negative adjustments like transaction fees, and ensuring PBM-owned pharmacies cannot receive higher rates than independent community pharmacies for the same prescriptions. The law also excludes federal 340B program participants from these reimbursement requirements, allowing them to follow existing federal and state rules instead.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how Minnesota calculates registration taxes for passenger cars and hearses by lowering the tax rate based on the vehicle's manufacturer's suggested retail price. It changes the tax calculation for new vehicles registered on or after November 16, 2020, and reduces the percentage of the vehicle's value taxed for each subsequent year of ownership. The legislation also establishes a process to transfer money from the state's general fund to the highway user tax distribution fund to cover any revenue shortfall caused by these tax reductions.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a one-time property tax refund program for Minnesota property owners who paid eligible taxes in 2026, affecting residential, agricultural, and commercial property classifications. The program allocates $4 billion from the state general fund to provide refunds based on a percentage calculated by the Department of Revenue, with applications accepted between July 15 and September 15, 2026. Any unclaimed refund amounts will automatically be converted into property tax credits for 2027 on the properties where no refund was requested. The legislation defines specific property categories eligible for the refund and sets clear deadlines for application processing and payment distribution.

Maddy summaryHF 895 requires Minnesota state agencies to obtain legislative approval before certain rules take effect. The bill amends statutes to mandate that a rule becomes effective only after a law approving it is enacted, following publication of the notice of adoption in the State Register. This directly affects all state agencies that create rules, as they must now seek legislative approval rather than having rules automatically take effect after publication. The key mechanism shifts the effective date from current practice to require a separate legislative act approving the rule after its notice is published.

Maddy summaryHF 1669 increases the annual funding limit for Minnesota's tax credit supporting sustainable aviation fuel producers. It raises the allocation cap from $2.1 million to $10 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. This change directly affects businesses producing or using sustainable aviation fuel within Minnesota by expanding the available tax credit. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 41A.30 to adjust these funding limits, allowing more financial support for this clean energy initiative. The credit remains available until fiscal year 2030, with unallocated funds expiring after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases state funding for cities and counties in Minnesota, with the new money becoming available for aid payments starting in 2027. It establishes a base dollar amount for these funds and requires that the total be adjusted annually based on changes in the national inflation rate for government spending. Additionally, the legislation sets aside specific portions of the county aid to support public defense services and administrative costs related to local government reporting.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Minnesota local governments to publish official notices on their websites if there is no qualified newspaper available in their area. It updates state laws to define "public notice" and "publish" to include online postings, ensuring that legal and community announcements can reach residents through digital channels. The legislation also permits local entities to use their websites or trade journals as alternatives for sharing bids and requests for proposals, provided they follow specific formatting and timing rules. Additionally, it creates a temporary requirement for local governments to continue printing these solicitations in newspapers for six months while they establish their online publication methods.