Rep. Erica Schwartz

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 modifies how the state of Minnesota calculates registration taxes for passenger automobiles and hearses, directly affecting vehicle owners and dealers. It lowers the tax rate applied to the manufacturer's suggested retail price from 1.54% to 1.25% for cars registered before November 2020, and from 1.575% to 1.285% for newer vehicles, while also removing destination charges from the calculation for most cars. The legislation adjusts the percentage of the vehicle price used for tax purposes as the car ages, reducing the rate each year until it reaches a flat fee in the eleventh year. These tax changes are scheduled to take effect for registration periods beginning on or after January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the time limit for prosecuting certain financial crimes in Minnesota, specifically targeting medical assistance fraud and theft of government funds. It directly affects prosecutors and law enforcement by extending the window in which they can file charges for these offenses. The key provision adds a 15-year statute of limitations for theft involving public money belonging to the state or local agencies, while also updating time limits for other financial crimes ranging from five to ten years depending on the specific offense. These changes apply to crimes committed on or after August 1, 2026, and to older crimes if the prosecution deadline has not yet passed.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue bonds totaling up to $2,235,000 to fund improvements for the dental assisting program at South Central College's North Mankato campus. The funds will be used to design, renovate, and equip classroom and laboratory spaces specifically for this program. The money will come from the bond proceeds fund and is managed by the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. The bill requires the commissioner of management and budget to handle the bond sale according to existing state statutes and constitutional provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the issuance of state bonds to fund $9.16 million in capital improvements at South Central College's North Mankato campus. The funds will be used to design, construct, renovate, and equip classroom and laboratory spaces specifically for the dental assisting program, as well as to replace the campus boiler system. The money will come from the bond proceeds fund and is managed by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees. The legislation is effective immediately upon final enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $6,925,000 to South Central College for replacing the boiler system at its North Mankato campus. To fund this project, the state will issue bonds up to the allocated amount, following existing state laws and constitutional requirements. The money will be used for design, construction, and equipment installation of the new boiler system. The appropriation becomes effective the day after the bill is finalized.

Maddy summaryHF 3687 modifies Minnesota's medical assistance and MinnesotaCare coverage for chiropractic services. The bill removes the previous age restriction (limiting coverage to those under 21) and establishes new rules: chiropractic care for spinal pain, chronic conditions, and related services is covered for all ages, but limited to 24 visits per year without prior authorization. It also restricts x-ray coverage to specific spine examinations necessary for diagnosing subluxation. This affects all MinnesotaCare and medical assistance recipients seeking chiropractic care, changing coverage from age-limited to broadly applicable with visit and x-ray restrictions. The changes take effect January 1, 2027, or after federal approval.

Maddy summaryHF 3127 modifies Minnesota's pass-through entity tax election process, allowing certain businesses (like partnerships and S corporations) to file a single tax return instead of requiring each owner to file individually. It specifies that qualifying entities must meet ownership thresholds (over 50% of qualifying owners) to elect this tax, and the election is irrevocable for the tax year. The bill clarifies that the tax amount equals each qualifying owner's income multiplied by Minnesota's highest individual tax rate, without allowing standard deductions. This directly affects pass-through business owners and entities filing under Minnesota Statutes 289A.08 and 290.06. The changes streamline tax filing for these entities while maintaining the tax calculation method.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet away from a school bus displaying flashing red lights while children are boarding or exiting. It directly affects all drivers approaching school buses on Minnesota roads, mandating they remain stopped until the red lights cease flashing. The bill also adds a new provision warning drivers that amber lights indicate red lights will soon activate, requiring them to prepare to stop. These changes aim to improve safety for children near school bus stops. The bill is currently pending passage after committee approval.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the issuance of state bonds to fund the construction of an air traffic control tower at the Mankato Regional Airport. It appropriates $1,265,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the commissioner of transportation for a grant to the city of Mankato, which will use the money to design, build, furnish, and equip the tower facility. The legislation requires the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to the specified amount in accordance with existing Minnesota statutes and the state constitution. The bill takes effect the day after it is enacted into law.