Rep. Marj Fogelman

Maddy summaryHF 1823 prohibits Minnesota state agencies from using highway funds (like the trunk highway fund or highway user tax distribution fund) for non-highway purposes in the governor's biennial budget. It directly affects state agencies and the governor's budget office by restricting how highway money can be allocated. The bill requires a joint report from the commissioner of management and budget and the attorney general within 45 days of the budget submission, examining all highway fund appropriations to confirm they serve highway purposes and flagging any non-highway uses. The report must explain highway purposes for all appropriations and recommend appropriate funds for non-highway requests. This ensures compliance with constitutional requirements for highway fund usage.

Maddy summaryHF 1747 appropriates $3,695,000 from state bond proceeds to fund capital improvements at the Jackson Area Recreation Center in Jackson, Minnesota. The funds will cover major projects including updating mechanical/electrical systems, making the facility ADA-compliant, remodeling interior spaces (like saunas and aquatic areas), and site renovations. The money is directed to Independent School District No. 2895, Jackson County Central, or the city of Jackson for design, construction, and equipment. The state will issue bonds up to $3,695,000 to cover these costs, as authorized under Minnesota bond statutes.

Maddy summaryHF 1819 modifies Minnesota's active transportation funding by making a prior transfer of state funds to the active transportation account a one-time action instead of an annual requirement. It specifies $19.5 million for fiscal year 2024 and $19.2 million for fiscal year 2025, transferring these amounts from the general fund to the active transportation account under Minnesota Statutes § 174.38. This change affects how funds are allocated for projects like bike lanes, pedestrian pathways, and other non-vehicle transportation infrastructure. The bill amends existing law (Laws 2023, chapter 68, section 20) to end recurring transfers starting in 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 180 establishes "Donate Life" special license plates in Minnesota. Vehicle owners who pay an additional fee (as set for special plates), registration taxes, and a minimum $10 annual contribution to the Donate Life account can obtain these plates. The plates may be transferred between vehicles owned by the same person for a $5 fee. All funds collected from the $10 contributions are deposited into a special account, with money first covering administrative costs and the rest funding Donate Life Minnesota’s mission to promote organ and tissue donation. The program takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 465 requires all peace officers in Minnesota, including those with the Minnesota State Patrol, to be U.S. citizens. The bill amends state law (Minnesota Statutes 626.843, 626.845, and 626.87) to add citizenship as a mandatory qualification for licensing and employment. This change applies to both full-time and part-time peace officers seeking or renewing certification. The bill establishes a new requirement that would be enforced through the existing licensing and certification processes managed by the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. It does not address existing officers' current citizenship status but would affect future hiring and license renewals.

Maddy summaryHF 358 proposes a constitutional amendment to limit Minnesota governors to two terms in office. If approved by voters in 2026, the amendment would change the state constitution to state that "a person elected twice to the office of governor is no longer an eligible candidate." The measure requires voter approval at the 2026 general election, with the ballot question asking "Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to limit a governor to two terms?" This change would apply to all future governor elections, affecting any candidate seeking a third term after the amendment takes effect. The bill does not change current term limits for governors serving before the amendment is approved.

Maddy summaryHF 1264 increases Minnesota's standard gross vehicle weight limit from 80,000 to 108,000 pounds for commercial trucks and eliminates special hauling and overweight permits. The bill modifies tax schedules in Minnesota Statutes to reflect the new weight limit, including a new "T" category for vehicles weighing 78,001-108,000 pounds with a $1,760 tax rate. It directly affects commercial trucking operators who previously required special permits for heavier loads. The bill repeals multiple existing permit-related statutes (including 169.826, 169.86, and 169.865 sections) to align with the new weight standard. This change simplifies compliance for trucking companies operating within the updated weight limit.

Maddy summaryHF 1153 appropriates $15.567 million in state bond funds to improve specific facilities at Minnesota West Community and Technical College campuses in Granite Falls and Worthington. The bill directly funds the design, renovation, and equipment for nursing spaces, peace officer training facilities, and student services areas at these locations. The money will be raised by the state selling bonds under Minnesota law, with funds managed by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board. This is a direct funding mechanism for physical campus upgrades, not a change to student programs or tuition.

Maddy summaryHF 888 exempts sales and use tax on construction materials for a specific three-story school building in Round Lake-Brewster Independent School District (District No. 2907). The exemption applies to materials purchased between January 1, 2024, and September 1, 2026, with tax collected upfront then refunded to the school district. Funds for these refunds come from the state general fund, as specified in the bill. This policy directly affects the Round Lake-Brewster school district by reducing costs for this particular construction project.

Maddy summaryHF 885 appropriates $16 million from state bond proceeds to fund specific infrastructure projects in the city of Butterfield. The funds will support the design, construction, and equipment for rehabilitating Butterfield's wastewater treatment facility and reconstructing aging, failing streets. The bill authorizes the state to issue up to $16 million in bonds to cover this appropriation, following Minnesota's bond laws. This is a direct grant to the city of Butterfield for physical infrastructure improvements.