Rep. Greg Davids

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 updates Minnesota's individual income and corporate franchise tax laws to align with recent federal changes to Section 179 expensing. It amends the state's tax code to include specific federal provisions related to Section 179, which allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and software investments in the year they are placed in service. The changes apply retroactively to match the effective date of the corresponding federal law, ensuring Minnesota taxpayers follow the same rules as federal law. This update primarily affects Minnesota businesses and individuals subject to state income taxes who claim Section 179 deductions.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's agriculture laws by adding new definitions and clarifying rules for managing noxious weeds. It directly affects farmers, agricultural businesses, and land managers by updating how certain plant terms are defined and how different categories of noxious weeds are handled. The bill establishes specific definitions for agrivoltaic systems, cultivated varieties, and plant varieties, while also refining the rules for prohibited-eradicate, prohibited-control, restricted, and specially regulated noxious weeds. These changes aim to provide clearer guidance on what actions are required for different types of invasive plants and how they may be imported, sold, or transported within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's tax code to align with recent federal changes regarding bonus depreciation for business property. It directly affects individual income and corporate franchise taxpayers by incorporating federal provisions that allow for full expensing of certain business assets. The legislation amends state statutes to include specific federal law sections and ensures that Minnesota's tax rules remain synchronized with federal tax policies. Changes take effect immediately upon enactment, with retroactive application matching the timing of the corresponding federal rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's tax laws to align with recent federal changes regarding the deduction for business interest expenses. It directly affects Minnesota businesses and individual taxpayers by modifying how state tax calculations reference federal tax code provisions. The legislation amends Minnesota Statutes section 290.01 to include specific federal public law sections related to business interest deductions and clarifies that these changes apply retroactively to match federal effective dates.

Maddy summaryThis bill strengthens penalties for falsely impersonating a peace officer in Minnesota by upgrading the offense from a misdemeanor to a felony and adding new crimes for impersonating while possessing a firearm or using marked law enforcement vehicles. It also establishes enhanced sentencing when someone commits other crimes while pretending to be an officer, including extending maximum jail time for serious offenses. Additionally, the law requires law enforcement officers to clearly identify themselves by name, agency, and identification number when interacting with the public. These changes directly affect individuals who falsely claim to be police officers and law enforcement personnel who must follow new identification requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits businesses and individuals from operating prediction markets in Minnesota that allow wagers on specific events including sports, politics, disasters, and death. It makes it a felony to run platforms where people can place bets on outcomes related to these topics, while also criminalizing certain types of advertisements that promote such activities during specific times or in locations near schools. The law applies to anyone facilitating these transactions, including payment processors and media outlets, and bars convicted operators from obtaining gaming licenses for ten years. The legislation does not affect existing legal gambling activities like horse racing or private social bets among friends.

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 prohibits the operation and promotion of online sweepstakes games in Minnesota, which are defined as internet-based games that use a dual-currency payment system allowing players to exchange currency for prizes or cash equivalents while simulating gambling. It directly affects game operators, payment processors, financial institutions, and other service providers by banning them from supporting these activities within the state. The bill also requires the commissioner of public safety and attorney general to deny operations to anyone accepting revenue from these prohibited games and to enforce penalties for violations.

Maddy summaryHF 12 restricts participation on female-designated sports teams in Minnesota K-12 schools to students identified as female at birth, based on specific medical criteria. It requires students in disputes about sex to provide a physician's statement confirming their sex using three factors: reproductive anatomy, natural testosterone levels, and chromosome analysis. The bill directly affects public and private schools offering girls' sports teams and students seeking to join them. It amends Minnesota education law to take effect July 1, 2025.