Rep. Kelly Moller

Maddy summaryHF 1896 allows victims of sexual abuse that occurred when they were minors to file civil lawsuits even if the original time limit had expired, as long as they file on or after August 1, 2025. The bill retroactively extends the statute of limitations for these cases, applying to claims that were previously time-barred. It specifically covers lawsuits for damages related to sexual abuse or negligence by the abuser, where the victim was under 18 at the time of the abuse. This change directly affects minors who were abused and unable to file a lawsuit before the new effective date.

Maddy summaryHF 35 requires all health insurance plans in Minnesota to create a maternal mental health program by January 1, 2026. The program must ensure comprehensive care for pregnant and postpartum individuals by mandating screenings during the perinatal period, requiring fair reimbursement for providers who conduct screenings or provide treatment, and ensuring timely referrals to mental health specialists when needed. This directly affects health insurance plans covering these services and aims to improve access to mental health care for this population. The bill prohibits unreasonable delays in referrals for clinically indicated cases, such as positive mental health screenings or reports of suicidal thoughts.

Maddy summaryHF 1880 amends Minnesota law to allow senior citizens (62+ years old) and disabled persons to seek legal remedies from insurers who wrongfully deny benefits under disability or long-term care insurance policies. The bill defines "disabled person" as someone with a substantial limitation in major life activities (like walking, working, or caring for oneself) and creates a new provision (Subd. 2a) for private lawsuits. It permits these individuals to sue insurers if the insurer denied benefits without a reasonable basis or acted recklessly in denying them. This directly affects policyholders in Minnesota who face unjust insurance denials due to disability or age-related needs.

Maddy summaryHF 1757 requires anyone who owns, possesses, or controls a firearm to report a loss or theft to local law enforcement within 48 hours. Failure to report can result in escalating penalties, starting with a minor offense for the first violation and increasing to a gross misdemeanor for repeated failures. The bill also provides immunity from prosecution for storage-related offenses if the report is made on time and mandates that law enforcement agencies report lost or stolen firearms to the state commissioner within seven days. Additionally, the bill appropriates $36,000 for a one-time implementation of a reporting system to support these requirements.

Maddy summaryHF 360 makes technical updates to Minnesota's trust and probate laws, primarily clarifying time limits for trust interests and powers of appointment. It specifies that nonvested trust interests must vest or terminate within 21 years after the death of a living person or 500 years for trusts created after the bill's effective date (replacing a prior 90-year limit). These changes affect trusts, estates, and beneficiaries by ensuring legal clarity in how trust terms are interpreted under Minnesota law, without altering core trust creation rules. The bill focuses on aligning statutes with the Uniform Trust Code and resolving minor inconsistencies in existing law.

Maddy summaryHF 1353 clarifies the responsibilities of Minnesota's Department of Corrections regarding licensed local correctional facilities. The bill requires the commissioner to inspect all licensed facilities at least once every two years, mandates public posting of inspection reports within 30 days, and specifies that facility administrators must provide requested data for critical incident reviews. It also changes inspection unit reporting to occur outside the correctional institutions division and repeals outdated or redundant provisions in existing law. This directly affects licensed local correctional facilities, their administrators, and the Department of Corrections' oversight process.

Maddy summaryHF 98 modifies supervision and training rules for mental health professionals in Minnesota. It requires case managers with less experience to complete 40 hours of approved training and receive 38 hours of annual supervision (including monthly clinical sessions), while case management associates must meet specific education or experience criteria and complete 40 hours of preservice training. The bill also exempts intensive residential mental health treatment providers from certain client rights requirements and updates critical incident reporting timelines for residential programs. These changes directly affect mental health service providers, case managers, behavioral aides, and residential treatment facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota permit to carry handgun holders to notify their issuing sheriff within 30 days of a legal name change. It amends Minnesota Statutes section 624.714 to specify that failure to provide this notification is a petty misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $25. Permit holders who update their name must also pay a $10 fee to obtain a replacement permit card. The law directly affects individuals holding concealed carry permits who legally change their name, ensuring official records reflect their current legal identity.

Maddy summaryHF 773 prohibits health insurance companies in Minnesota from requiring cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles) for specific short office visits for infants, children, and adolescents. The bill applies when visits are under 15 minutes and focus on evidence-based preventive care aligned with federal Health Resources and Services Administration guidelines. It also requires insurers to allow providers to bill separately for preventive services delivered during these visits. This directly affects health insurers, pediatric providers, and families seeking routine preventive care for young patients. The law amends Minnesota Statutes section 62Q.46 to add these protections.

Maddy summaryHF 1084 appropriates $1.65 million from state bonds to fund a pedestrian and bicycle trail segment in Arden Hills, Minnesota. The funds will cover property acquisition, easements, and construction of a trail along Old Highway 10 North from Lake Valentine Road to Lakeshore Place, connecting to an existing regional trail. The bill also includes money for a required boardwalk over a wetland area, as mandated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This project directly benefits Arden Hills residents and regional trail users by creating a new connected pathway for walking and biking.