Rep. Matt Norris

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits drug manufacturers from restricting how 340B prescription drugs are delivered to participating hospitals and clinics. It directly affects healthcare facilities enrolled in the federal 340B program, which provides discounted drugs to safety-net providers. The key provision bans delivery restrictions and classifies violations as "unfair or deceptive trade practices," allowing the attorney general to enforce the law. The bill also removes an expiration date (previously set for July 2027) that would have ended the restrictions.

Maddy summaryHF 2901 expands the allowable uses of funds in Minnesota's housing tax credit contribution account to include funding supportive services for residents in existing supportive housing. This bill directly affects housing providers operating supportive housing programs, which assist vulnerable populations like seniors or individuals with disabilities. The key change amends Minnesota Statutes § 462A.40 by adding "funding supportive services in supportive housing" to the list of permitted uses, alongside existing options like construction and rehabilitation. It does not create new funding but allows existing account funds to cover essential services like case management or healthcare coordination within current supportive housing developments.

Maddy summaryHF 57 increases state funding for special education by raising the cross-subsidy aid factor from 44% (for 2024-2025) to 50% for 2026 and 54% for 2027 and later. This directly affects Minnesota school districts that receive special education funding, providing them with higher state payments based on their previous year's special education costs. The bill appropriates specific funds for these increased payments in fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The change takes effect for special education aid calculations beginning in fiscal year 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 412 requires members of Minnesota's education policy and finance legislative committees to observe a teacher or administrator for at least 12 hours over a two-year period. Committee members must submit detailed reports - including date, school, and grade levels observed - to legislative leadership, with all reports published online by the Legislative Reference Library. The House and Senate are also required to adopt rules to implement these requirements. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 2742 establishes Minnesota's Clearance Grant Program to help law enforcement agencies improve their resolution rates for nonfatal shooting incidents. The program provides state funds for agencies to hire investigators, purchase forensic equipment, support victim services, and develop data-sharing systems across agencies. Recipients must submit biannual reports detailing investigations, staffing, clearance rates, and how grant funds were used. This directly affects local and state law enforcement agencies handling nonfatal shooting cases, with priority given to those with high unsolved case rates and plans for interagency collaboration. The bill requires agencies to track and report on specific metrics like victim/offender demographics and clearance rate improvements.

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 updates Minnesota laws governing housing cooperatives to clarify how they are organized and operated, directly affecting residents and owners of these communities. Key changes include establishing express and implied warranties for purchasers, allowing buyers to cancel contracts under specific conditions, and requiring cooperatives to provide clear disclosures and notices to members. The legislation also defines critical terms like "assessment" and "common elements" to ensure transparency regarding financial charges and shared spaces. Additionally, the bill modifies tax rules to allow membership interests to qualify for homestead exemptions while ensuring cooperatives remain responsible for paying their share of real estate taxes.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state to issue up to $23,740,000 in bonds to fund asset preservation projects at the National Sports Center in Blaine. The money raised from these bonds will be given to the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission specifically for maintaining and improving facilities at the sports center. Once passed, the state will immediately begin the process of selling these bonds to raise the necessary funds. This legislation directly affects the National Sports Center by providing financial resources for its upkeep and the state's budget by committing to future debt repayment.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands Minnesota's property tax refund program to provide additional relief for homeowners whose homestead property taxes increased by more than six percent compared to the previous year. Under the new rules, eligible homeowners would receive a refund equal to 60 percent of the tax increase, with a maximum refund amount raised from $1,000 to $2,500. The legislation requires homeowners to file a property tax refund return along with their current year's tax statement to claim the refund, and counties must provide electronic lists of potentially eligible taxpayers upon request. The changes apply to property taxes payable in 2026 and later years, affecting homeowners who meet the specified increase thresholds.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a grant program to provide financial support and case management services to former foster youth in Minnesota who are at least 21 but under 27 years old. The program targets youth who were in foster care at age 14 or older and are currently pursuing education, employment, or dealing with barriers like mental health issues or homelessness. Eligible youth must maintain regular contact with a case manager and can receive monthly stipends for living expenses, along with services such as budgeting training, housing assistance, and help establishing savings accounts. Community-based providers must meet specific performance standards and serve youth across the state, including outside the seven-county metropolitan area. The bill requires regular reporting on program outcomes and costs, with specific attention to tracking disparities across different groups and geographic areas.