Rep. Marj Fogelman

Maddy summaryThis bill makes it a crime in Minnesota to intentionally create or share images that digitally alter a person to appear nude or engaging in a sexual act without their consent. It specifically targets realistic images generated from original photos or videos where the individual was not originally depicted in that state. The law applies to anyone who knows or should know the person did not agree to the image being made or shared, and it covers cases where the person can be identified from the image or accompanying information. Violations are classified as felonies punishable by up to five years in prison or a $10,000 fine, with harsher penalties of up to ten years or a $20,000 fine for aggravating factors like intent to profit, harassment, or operating a website dedicated to this activity.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding a new section to the Minnesota Constitution that explicitly states a preborn child has a right to life. It defines a preborn child as a living human fetus from fertilization until live birth and requires voter approval at the 2026 general election for the amendment to take effect in 2027. The text includes specific language ensuring that medical treatment to save a pregnant person's life or the removal of a nonviable or deceased fetus remains allowed.

Maddy summaryThis bill temporarily suspends the state motor fuels tax in Minnesota for a specific period in 2026, directly affecting drivers, fuel retailers, and businesses that purchase gasoline and diesel. Under the legislation, the tax rate is set to zero cents per gallon or per thousand cubic feet for all fuel types during the designated timeframe, which begins shortly after the bill is enacted and ends in early September 2026. To offset the lost revenue from this suspension, the state will transfer money from its general fund to the Department of Transportation to cover the costs that would have been collected from fuel taxes. The bill also allocates a one-time appropriation to the Department of Revenue to cover the administrative expenses required to implement this temporary tax pause.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a "Parent's Bill of Rights" in Minnesota to protect the authority of parents over their minor children's upbringing, education, and healthcare. It mandates that government entities and schools cannot interfere with parental decisions regarding education methods, moral training, medical consent, and the privacy of school and medical records. The law also requires written parental consent before biometric scans, DNA collection, or recording a child, with specific exceptions for emergencies or legitimate security needs. Additionally, it prohibits employees from pressuring children to hide information from parents or from discriminating against parents who exercise these rights.

Maddy summaryThis bill makes it a crime to digitally alter or generate images of identifiable people to show intimate parts they did not originally have, provided the result looks realistic enough that a reasonable person would believe it is real. It directly affects anyone who intentionally creates such non-consensual "nudified" photos or videos, classifying the act as a felony punishable by up to two years in prison or a fine of $4,000, or both. The law defines "nudify" specifically as changing an image to depict an intimate area not present in the original while maintaining a realistic appearance that deceives viewers. This provision will only take effect on August 1, 2026, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the legal definition of a "disorderly house" in Minnesota to include commercial establishments where high-risk sexual activities occur habitually, provided the owner or manager knows about them. The legislation specifically defines "high-risk sexual conduct" as activities likely to spread diseases through bodily fluid exchange, such as anonymous sex or sex with multiple partners. While the law already covers places involved in prostitution, gambling, or drug sales, this change adds a new category targeting venues facilitating unsafe sexual behavior. The new provisions will take effect on August 1, 2026, and apply to crimes committed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryHF 482 establishes "Choose Life" special license plates for Minnesota motor vehicle owners. To obtain these plates, applicants must pay a $25 initial fee and $25 annual contribution to a dedicated "Choose Life account," in addition to standard registration fees. Funds collected are deposited into this account and distributed by Choose Life Minnesota, Inc., to non-profit agencies within each county that assist pregnant women making adoption plans - excluding any agencies involved in abortion services or charging fees for services. The bill also specifies plate design requirements (featuring the "Choose Life" logo and inscription) and limits administrative costs for the program to 15% of funds. The program becomes effective January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a state tax credit for Minnesota taxpayers who donate money to women's pregnancy centers, which are defined as organizations that support pregnant women in carrying their pregnancies to term. The credit allows individuals and businesses to reduce their state income, corporate franchise, and insurance premiums taxes by up to $50,000 for each qualifying contribution, with any unused amount carried forward to the next tax year. To prevent double benefits, the law prohibits claiming this credit if the donor has already taken a specific state deduction for the same gift. The state's tax commissioner must maintain an official list of eligible centers, and the new provisions will take effect for tax years starting after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new crime in Minnesota specifically for disrupting worship services at religious establishments. It applies to individuals who enter a clearly identified place of worship with the intent to interfere with a scheduled service and commit a crime there. A first offense is classified as a gross misdemeanor, while a second or subsequent violation becomes a felony punishable by up to five years in prison or a fine of $10,000. The law defines a religious establishment as a building used for worship that is marked with a sign or other clear identification. These provisions will take effect on August 1, 2026, and only apply to crimes committed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the SAVE Minnesota Act, which requires voters to present a specific photo identification card to register to vote and to cast their ballots. To obtain this new voter identification card, applicants must provide proof of their U.S. citizenship and may receive certain vital records, such as birth certificates, without a fee. The legislation also creates a new voter identification card program, modifies existing driver's license requirements, and sets up a process for handling provisional ballots. Additionally, the bill includes funding provisions to support the administration of these new election procedures and establishes a children's trust fund.