Rep. Ginny Klevorn

Maddy summaryHF 501 proposes a constitutional amendment to guarantee equal rights under Minnesota law and prohibit state discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sex - including pregnancy decisions, gender identity, and sexual orientation. If approved by voters in 2026, it would add a new section to the Minnesota Constitution requiring state actions to use the least restrictive means to achieve compelling government interests. The amendment would directly apply to all Minnesotans and state agencies, ensuring equal protection in all state laws and programs. It requires voter approval at the 2026 general election, with the question asking whether the state constitution should include these equal rights protections.

Maddy summaryHF 37 proposes adding a new constitutional guarantee to Minnesota's state constitution, stating that "Elections shall be free, fair, and equal. No civil or military power shall, at any time, interfere with the free exercise of the right to vote." If approved by voters in the 2026 general election, this amendment would take effect January 1, 2027, directly affecting all Minnesotans participating in elections by establishing this fundamental principle. The bill specifies the exact wording for the constitutional amendment and the ballot question voters would see. It does not create new election procedures but enshrines this standard into the state constitution.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HF 139) increases annual cost-of-living adjustments for retirees in Minnesota's Public Employees Police and Fire Retirement Plan and State Patrol Retirement Plan. It raises the standard adjustment from 1% to up to 1.5% annually (based on federal Social Security COLA), and shortens the required waiting period from 36 months to 12 months for full benefits. Retirees receiving benefits for less than 12 months will now get a pro-rated increase based on months served. The changes take effect for adjustments starting January 1, 2026, and apply automatically unless retirees opt out in writing.

Maddy summaryHF 160 amends Minnesota's tax increment financing rules to authorize special provisions for the city of Maple Grove. It creates a defined "soil deficiency district" within a specific project area in Maple Grove where soil conditions (like peat, poor terrain, or landfills) require significant preparation before commercial development can occur. The bill requires that at least 80% of the project area's acreage (excluding roads) must meet these soil conditions, and the cost of preparation must exceed the land's fair market value before work begins. This allows Maple Grove to use tax increment financing to fund necessary soil work, directly affecting property owners and developers in the designated area.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially designates the Michael Gau Memorial Bridge over U.S. Highway 169 in Plymouth, Minnesota. It requires the state transportation commissioner to create a suitable design and install signs to mark the bridge with this new name. The change updates Minnesota statutes to reflect the official title of the structure, which is located on Hennepin County State-Aid Highway 9.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding a new section to the Minnesota Constitution to guarantee equal rights and prohibit discrimination for all people. It specifically protects individuals from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, and sex, with the definition of sex explicitly including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation. If voters approve the amendment at the 2026 general election, the change will become effective on January 1, 2027. The text also establishes that any state action denying these rights must be the least restrictive way to achieve a very important government goal.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's individual income tax rules by allowing taxpayers to subtract Social Security benefits and public pension income from their taxable income. It establishes specific dollar limits and phase-out thresholds based on a taxpayer's filing status and provisional income, ensuring that higher earners gradually lose access to these subtractions. The changes apply to retirees receiving benefits from state pension plans and aim to align state tax treatment more closely with federal standards for public pensions. These provisions take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding a new section to the Minnesota Constitution to guarantee equality under the law. The amendment would prohibit the state, its cities, counties, and other political subdivisions from denying or abridging rights based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, ancestry, or national origin. If approved by voters at the 2024 general election, the change would take effect on January 1, 2025. The measure is titled the "Equal Rights Amendment" and requires a simple yes or no vote from the public.

Maddy summaryThis bill legalizes and regulates sports betting and fantasy contests in Minnesota by establishing a licensing system for operators and setting specific tax rates on these activities. It prohibits local governments from banning or restricting sports betting within their jurisdictions and defines key terms to clarify what types of events, such as esports and college sports, are eligible for wagering. The legislation also introduces civil and criminal penalties for violations, creates a framework for charitable gambling, and includes provisions for amateur sports grants and pari-mutuel horse racing.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows individuals who provide direct support services to older adults or people with disabilities to qualify for MinnesotaCare health coverage, even if their household income is too high for standard eligibility. To qualify, a family member must work at least 20 hours per week providing non-professional care within their own home, and they must submit proof of this employment to receive coverage. The legislation also sets a fixed monthly premium of $80 for these eligible workers and allocates state funds to cover their healthcare costs without using federal money.