Maddy summaryHF 3267 prohibits the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cosmetics containing specific toxic chemicals - such as ortho-phthalates, formaldehyde-releasing agents, triclosan, and certain amines - starting January 1, 2027. It also sets lead limits (2 ppm generally, 5 ppm for colored products or clay masks) and allows retailers to sell existing stock until January 2028. The bill requires the Pollution Control Agency to develop small business support programs by July 2026, offering technical help and resources to help manufacturers reformulate products and transition to safer alternatives. Additionally, it authorizes the agency to adopt rules identifying further chemicals for regulation based on hazard assessments and public input.
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Maddy summaryHF 3231 amends Minnesota's charter school laws to modify authorizer responsibilities and board membership rules. It requires charter school authorizers (like school districts or independent entities) to document annual staff training on chartering and their duties in annual reports, and mandates they complete department-approved training each year. The bill also tightens board membership requirements for charter schools, prohibiting contractors, employees of the school, or individuals with conflicts of interest (like family members employed by the school) from serving on boards. These changes directly affect charter school authorizers and the boards of individual charter schools. The bill focuses on procedural oversight, not funding or curriculum changes.
Maddy summaryHF 1027 updates Minnesota's foreclosure process to better handle surplus funds after a property sale. If a foreclosure sale leaves $100 or more in surplus after paying the mortgage, taxes, and sale costs, the sheriff must hold that money during the owner's redemption period. The sheriff must mail written notice to the property owner about the surplus and provide contact details for the Minnesota Homeownership Center to help with redemption options. Owners can also request in writing to apply the surplus toward their redemption amount during the redemption period.
Maddy summaryHF 1644 creates a grant program to fund family permanent supportive housing in Minnesota. It appropriates $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026 to provide $15,000 per family served to nonprofit organizations or Tribal governments operating housing for families facing barriers like homelessness, mental health challenges, or child protection referrals. The program requires grantees to offer specific services - including child-centered education, job training, counseling referrals, and 24/7 on-site staffing - to help families maintain stable housing and support children's well-being. Funding must serve 60% of families in the metro area, 40% outside it, and at least 10% from Minnesota Tribal Nations.
Maddy summaryHF 2469 requires Minnesota public high schools to provide free administration of nationally recognized college entrance exams (like the ACT or SAT) to all students in grades 11 or 12 starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It mandates school districts to contract with approved providers for these exams, using them to meet federal accountability requirements in English, math, and science. Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals receive full fee coverage, while others may be charged but must be offered fee waivers. The bill also requires districts to provide parental access to exam details and preparation resources. This directly affects Minnesota high school students, school districts, and state education officials managing testing compliance.
Maddy summaryHF 2764 requires Minnesota public schools (including charter schools participating in the National School Lunch Program) to offer at least one plant-based meal option daily starting with the 2026-2027 school year. A "plant-based meal" is defined as one without any animal products (meat, dairy, eggs, fish), and schools must provide this option within four weeks of a student's written request. Schools must also make the request process clear to students and parents, comply with federal nutrition standards, and report annually on implementation to the Department of Education. The bill applies to all public schools serving lunches through the National School Lunch Program.
Maddy summaryHF 1573 clarifies how courts can provide retroactive relief to people convicted of specific felony murder charges in Minnesota. It applies to those convicted under Minnesota Statutes §609.185 (clause 3) or §609.19 (subd. 2, clause 1), allowing courts to vacate their convictions if they prove they didn’t cause the death and weren’t major participants or acted with extreme indifference to life. Courts must then resentence individuals for the most serious remaining offense, without increasing total prison time or supervision periods, and must notify victims about the hearing. The bill ensures sentences align with original conviction dates and prevents retroactive relief from being treated as an exoneration under other laws.
Maddy summaryHF 1516 appropriates $5 million from Minnesota's general fund for a one-time grant to an organization developing a support program specifically for Black veterans. The program must provide services including mental health care ($1.5M), job training ($1M), homeownership assistance ($700K), educational support ($500K), and administrative outreach ($1M). This bill directly affects Black veterans in Minnesota by creating targeted access to these specific support services through a state-funded grant. The commissioner of veterans affairs is required to award the grant to an eligible organization to operate the program. The funding is allocated for fiscal year 2026 only.
Maddy summaryHF 2362 appropriates $3 million for fiscal year 2026 and $3 million for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of children, youth, and families. This funding is designated for existing youth intervention programs under Minnesota Statutes section 142A.43. The bill adds these amounts to the base funding for these programs, providing ongoing support. It directly affects state-administered youth intervention services by increasing their available resources.
Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.5 million from the state general fund for Minnesota's Lawns to Legumes program, which supports homeowners in replacing grass lawns with soil-enriching legume plants like clover. The funds, available until June 2029, are administered by the Board of Water and Soil Resources and can be used to partner with local governments and organizations. The program aims to improve soil health and reduce fertilizer use by incentivizing legume-based lawn alternatives. This is a one-time funding allocation for fiscal year 2026.