Rep. Cedrick Frazier

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 3175 appropriates funds from the general fund to the Minnesota Supreme Court for forensic navigator services across the state's ten judicial districts. It allocates money for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 based primarily on each district's population using the latest U.S. census data, with flexibility to address specific needs like rural travel costs or video technology for remote hearings. This funding directly supports the Supreme Court's distribution of resources to judicial districts providing forensic navigator services. The bill focuses solely on the financial mechanism for these services without altering their scope or eligibility.

Maddy summaryHF 1471 requires local governments in Minnesota (such as cities or towns) to provide renters with a copy of the Attorney General's existing landlord-tenant guide whenever they issue or renew a rental license. This applies whether the license is issued in person (requiring a physical copy) or electronically (requiring a link to the guide online). The bill directly affects landlords who obtain rental licenses and local governments that administer the licensing process. It ensures renters have immediate access to clear information about their rights and responsibilities under Minnesota law.

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 summaryHF 2296 clarifies that Minnesota landlords cannot disclose a tenant's status as a victim of violence, relocation address, or other sensitive information provided in tenant notices or qualifying documents. Landlords must keep this information private and cannot share it through shared databases or with third parties, except in limited legal situations like court proceedings with the tenant's consent. Violating this rule subjects landlords to $2,000 in statutory damages plus legal fees for the tenant. The law directly protects tenants who are victims of violence from potential harm or discrimination due to unauthorized disclosure. It becomes effective immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryHF 3158 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring a two-thirds vote in both the Minnesota House and Senate to authorize public funding for the design, construction, or renovation of a professional sports facility. Currently, a simple majority vote suffices for such funding. The amendment must be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election, where they will decide whether to adopt the two-thirds requirement. If approved by voters, this change would become part of the Minnesota Constitution, affecting future legislative decisions on sports facility funding.

Maddy summaryHF 1740 appropriates $X from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund for fiscal year 2026 to support community cable television programming. The funds will be distributed through the Minnesota Association of Community Telecommunications Administrators to public, educational, and governmental cable channels across the state. This grant program specifically aims to fund local programming that promotes community and civic engagement. The bill directly affects community cable providers by providing dedicated funding for locally produced content, with no changes to existing regulatory frameworks.

Maddy summaryHF 3081 appropriates $2 million from the state general fund for Rebound, Inc. to establish the Sankofa Empowerment Center, specifically serving Black youth with prior juvenile justice or child welfare involvement. The funds cover property, construction, staffing, and culturally tailored programs to support this population. Rebound, Inc. must submit a detailed report by January 15, 2027, tracking fund usage, youth served, program outcomes, and future recommendations. This one-time appropriation directly affects the targeted youth population and requires accountability through mandated reporting.

Maddy summaryHF 1914 appropriates state funds for three key human services programs in Minnesota. It provides emergency services grants for immediate crisis support, county grants to address homelessness gaps (prioritizing Tribal Nation partnerships and interventions like 24/7 shelters), and funding for provider capacity-building collaboratives. The capacity-building program helps service providers access stable funding streams, including Medicaid waivers and housing support programs. These funds are allocated for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with unspent first-year money rolling over to the second year. The bill directly affects counties, service providers, and people experiencing homelessness by expanding access to crisis support and housing-focused services.

Maddy summaryHF 2990 updates Minnesota's mandatory break laws by adding clear enforcement mechanisms for employers who fail to provide required rest and meal breaks. It maintains existing requirements - 15 minutes for rest every four hours of work and a 30-minute meal break for shifts of eight or more consecutive hours - but specifies that employers must pay employees for missed breaks at their regular rate plus an equal amount in liquidated damages. Additionally, the commissioner can impose penalties of up to $1,000 per employee per day for non-compliance. This bill directly affects Minnesota employers and their employees in covered work situations.