Rep. Cedrick Frazier

Maddy summaryHF 1361 appropriates $8 million from state bond proceeds to fund improvements at CHS Field in St. Paul. The city of St. Paul will receive the grant to cover predesign, construction, and equipment for upgrades meeting Major League Baseball standards, including a new locker room, enhanced visitor amenities, and environmental remediation of contaminated soil. The state will issue bonds up to $8 million to fund this appropriation, following Minnesota's bond sale procedures. This bill directly affects CHS Field's operations and the city's ability to modernize the stadium.

Maddy summaryHF 2511 allows Minnesota school districts to use long-term facilities maintenance revenue for school safety facility enhancements, such as security upgrades, violence prevention modifications, and equipment related to facility security. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to explicitly add "school safety facility enhancements" as an allowed use under the district's ten-year facility plan, effective for fiscal year 2026 and later. This change does not alter existing restrictions on revenue use, such as prohibitions on new facility construction or energy-efficiency projects unrelated to safety. School districts must include these safety projects in their approved facility plans to qualify for the funding.

Maddy summaryHF 2033 amends Minnesota's cannabis microbusiness loan program to increase the maximum state contribution for loans from $50,000 to $75,000 (or $150,000 to $200,000 with matching private investment). It requires the commissioner to approve loan applications within 30 days and allows nonprofit organizations administering these loans to retain interest payments to cover their own operational costs. The bill also mandates biannual public reporting of loan interest rates and permits nonprofits to use contract funds for expenses related to loan servicing. These changes directly affect cannabis microbusinesses seeking capital and the nonprofit lenders managing the state's loan program.

Maddy summaryHF 2478 appropriates $750,000 from the workforce development fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $750,000 for fiscal year 2027 to provide a one-time grant to Project for Pride in Living (PPL). The funds are specifically designated for PPL to deliver job training and workforce development services targeting unemployed or underemployed individuals. This bill directly supports PPL's programming and the people it serves through these targeted services. The appropriation is a one-time funding measure, not a recurring budget item.

Maddy summaryHF 2321 appropriates $2.225 million from the arts and cultural heritage fund for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This funding is designated for grants to public educational radio stations in Minnesota through the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations. The money will support production and acquisition activities as outlined in Minnesota Statutes section 129D.19. The bill directly affects Minnesota's public educational radio stations by providing dedicated state funding for their operations.

Maddy summaryHF 2495 appropriates $75,000 from Minnesota's workforce development fund for a one-time grant to InspireMSP. The grant funds programming to connect middle and high school students in Minneapolis and St. Paul - particularly historically excluded youth - with Minnesota's creative industry through career exploration, hands-on experiences, and access to resources. The bill directs the commissioner of employment and economic development to administer this grant for program development focused on creative industry pathways. It does not create new ongoing funding or alter existing programs, solely providing targeted support for youth workforce development in a specific sector.

Maddy summaryHF 2195 proposes adding a new constitutional section to Minnesota's state constitution, specifically stating "Marriage is a fundamental right and shall not be restricted based on gender or race" (Sec. 18). If approved by voters, this amendment would prohibit legal restrictions on marriage based on gender or race. The amendment must be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election, with potential implementation starting January 1, 2027, if ratified. This bill directly affects marriage rights and legal protections for all Minnesotans, requiring voter approval rather than legislative passage alone.

Maddy summaryHF 2508 appropriates $250,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $250,000 for fiscal year 2027. The funds are directed to the Minnesota Humanities Center Board to provide grants to African Career Education and Resource, Inc. The bill specifies the money must support the organization's programming, public education classes, community outreach, and cultural events focused on African Minnesotan history, culture, and folk arts. This funding directly supports the organization's efforts to educate the public about African Minnesotan heritage.

Maddy summaryHF 2352 increases funding for Minnesota schools offering approved recovery programs that support students recovering from substance abuse. It raises the maximum annual grant per program from $125,000 to $325,000 to cover costs for recovery staff, student support, and approved transportation. The bill appropriates $1.95 million for fiscal year 2026 and $1.95 million for 2027, with unused 2026 funds carrying over to 2027. These changes apply to programs recognized by the state and take effect starting in 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 1105 amends Minnesota law to require the state health commissioner to *conduct* maternal death studies annually, changing the previous language from "may" to "must." This directly affects the Minnesota Department of Health, which must now systematically analyze preventable maternal deaths to improve healthcare systems. The bill mandates these studies to identify preventable causes and inform medical, health, and welfare service planning. Its key provision is making the maternal death study process mandatory, aiming to reduce preventable deaths through data-driven system improvements. The law applies statewide to all maternal health outcomes covered under Minnesota's health system.