Rep. Ginny Klevorn

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 allocates $250,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to support the renovation and preservation of the historic Mary Murphy home, museum, and park in Hermantown, Minnesota. The funding will be given as a grant to the city of Hermantown through the Minnesota Historical Society's governing board. The money is designated for fiscal year 2027 and is intended specifically for preserving and renovating this historic site.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $800,000 to create a memorial statue honoring Melissa Hortman at the State Office Building site in Minnesota. The funds will be used to design and cast a statue recognizing her historic contributions to the state, along with a memorial garden. The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board must select the artist through a competitive process while consulting with Hortman's family, and the statue design must include likenesses of her deceased family members. Any leftover funds after the statue is cast can be used for additional landscaping elements at the memorial site, and the money remains available until June 30, 2029.

Maddy summaryHF 3356 requires sellers to remove all emergency vehicle identifying features - like sirens, lights, emblems, and antennas - from public safety vehicles (such as police or fire vehicles) before selling them to the public. This applies to private sales but excludes transfers to government entities, licensed ambulance services, or collector vehicles registered under specific statutes. Sellers must provide a certificate confirming the removal, and violations carry a $2,500 civil penalty, with funds directed to Minnesota’s victims of crime account. The bill aims to prevent misleading sales that could allow misuse of emergency vehicle markings.

Maddy summaryHF 3695 establishes a task force to create a standardized identification system for Minnesota emergency responders (including police, firefighters, and EMTs). The task force, composed of state agency leaders and representative organizations, must design an ID card including a photo, name, role (e.g., peace officer or EMT), physical description, and certification details. It will also develop a plan for mandatory use of this ID by responders and their employers, and recommend whether the state or local governments should issue it. The bill appropriates funds for the task force’s work and requires a final report to the legislature by 2028. This is a procedural proposal to develop standards, not an immediate law.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals previous sales tax exemptions for preferred seating and amenities at athletic facilities, meaning these items will now be subject to sales tax when purchased with event tickets. It also provides funding for safe harbor shelter and housing grants to support homeless assistance programs. The legislation defines various retail sales for tax purposes, including bundled transactions and promotional items, while appropriating money for the housing grants.

Maddy summaryHF 3402 bans the possession, manufacture, import, and transfer of large-capacity ammunition magazines in Minnesota. It defines these as feeding devices holding more than ten rounds (with exceptions for permanently modified devices, .22 caliber tubes, and lever-action tubular magazines). The law takes effect July 1, 2026, requiring current owners to surrender, modify, permanently alter, or remove their magazines by July 1, 2027. Violations carry felony penalties of up to five years in prison or $25,000 in fines. Law enforcement, military personnel, and licensed dealers are exempt under specific conditions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota firearm owners to maintain liability insurance covering at least $100,000 for accidental or unintentional discharges, with insurers mandated to offer this coverage as part of homeowner's policies. The law applies to all firearm owners in the state starting October 1, 2026, and establishes penalties including fines for non-compliance, with options to suspend penalties if proof of insurance is provided within 30 days. Owners may request exemptions from a district court if they are denied coverage by multiple insurers or lack financial resources, provided they demonstrate safe firearm storage practices. The bill also defines "damage" to include injury, death, or property damage, and clarifies that firearm owners remain responsible for lost or stolen weapons until law enforcement is notified.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new Office of the Inspector General in Minnesota's executive branch to oversee state agencies and ensure accountability, transparency, and integrity in government operations. The office will be led by an independent inspector general who reports directly to the governor and cannot be directed by other state authorities. Key provisions establish strict qualifications for the inspector general, including a bachelor's degree, ten years of professional experience in auditing or investigations, and certification from the Association of Inspectors General, while also creating an advisory commission to recommend candidates for the position. The bill defines terms like fraud and misuse to guide investigations and requires the office to conduct reviews to detect or prevent improper use of public resources. The legislation also includes funding provisions and sets the office's start date for January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $95 million in bonds to fund road and utility infrastructure improvements at the Sears site in St. Paul. The funds will support construction of sanitary sewer and clean water systems, public utilities, streets, sidewalks, lighting, and streetscape improvements needed to prepare the area for future development. The legislation also defines the Sears site boundaries and establishes the legal framework for managing bond proceeds, including provisions for environmental remediation and demolition of existing structures. This measure is designed to provide necessary infrastructure support for the redevelopment of the former Sears property.