Rep. Cedrick Frazier

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $375,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $375,000 for fiscal year 2027 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to The Sanneh Foundation. The funding supports three specific programs: family nutritional distribution in the seven-county metropolitan area, senior community programming, and multicultural women's athletic programming. The Sanneh Foundation directly receives these funds to implement these community services.

Maddy summaryHF 2261 clarifies and modifies Minnesota's landlord-tenant laws, directly affecting residential landlords and tenants. The bill updates landlord covenants (Minnesota Statutes 504B.161) requiring properties to be fit for use, in reasonable repair, energy-efficient under specific cost-saving conditions, and compliant with health/safety laws. It provides tenants with a clearer process to deposit rent with the court administrator if landlords fail to fix violations after 14 days (Minnesota Statutes 504B.385), while adding a 14-day written notice requirement for landlords before tenant legal action (Minnesota Statutes 504B.395, subdivision 4). These changes aim to streamline dispute resolution without altering core tenant protections.

Maddy summaryHF 1469 allocates $850,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $850,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to provide job skills training for individuals recently released from prison after a felony conviction (within 12 months of release). The funds are directed to Better Futures Minnesota, which must deliver the training and report annually on program outcomes. Required reports must include data on participant numbers, employment status, homelessness, recidivism, child support compliance, and specific job skills training provided. The bill directly affects formerly incarcerated Minnesotans with felony convictions and the state agency managing workforce development funds.

Maddy summaryHF 1831 exempts providers of supportive housing and emergency shelter from background check requirements under Minnesota law. Previously, these housing providers had to conduct background studies on certain staff and volunteers under Chapter 245C; this bill removes that obligation. The change directly affects housing providers operating supportive housing programs and emergency shelters across Minnesota. The law modifies Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256I.04, subdivision 2c, effective upon enactment. This is a specific policy change to reduce administrative requirements for these housing providers.

Maddy summaryHF 2254 adds a $400 "baby bonus" to Minnesota's existing child credit for each qualifying child born during the tax year. This directly affects Minnesota taxpayers with newborn children, increasing their state income tax credit. The bill modifies the child credit calculation by adding the $400 per newborn (without reducing the minimum credit amount) and allows for potential advance payments. It takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Maddy summaryHF 1439 appropriates $750,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $750,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to the Minnesota Grocers Association Foundation. The funds support the "Carts to Careers" initiative, which provides job skills training, outreach, and scholarships for students pursuing careers in the food retail industry. The program aims to strengthen the workforce pipeline in Minnesota's food sector by covering training, certifications, and related development costs. This one-time appropriation directly benefits food industry workers and students seeking careers in grocery retail.

Maddy summaryHF 2101 appropriates $450,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $450,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the YMCA of the North. The funds are specifically for workforce development services targeting underserved youth and young adults, including career exploration, job training, and a partnership with Beacons Community College. This one-time appropriation directly supports the YMCA's program delivery to this specific demographic. The bill focuses on funding a defined service program rather than creating new policy.

Maddy summaryHF 498 appropriates $400,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $400,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to provide a grant to the Urban League Twin Cities. The funds are specifically designated to support and expand the organization's workforce training and wealth-building programs. This one-time funding directly affects the Urban League Twin Cities' ability to deliver these services in the Twin Cities area. The bill provides concrete financial support for these existing community programs without altering broader policy.

Maddy summaryMinnesota's HF 2088 requires school districts to annually report specific details about school resource officer (SRO) contracts to the state education commissioner. The reports must include the law enforcement agency providing SROs, contract start/end dates, number of officers contracted, and assigned school sites. This applies to all school districts using SROs and takes effect July 1, 2025. The bill mandates transparency about existing SRO contracts without changing SRO program requirements or standards.

Maddy summaryHF 2092 requires Minnesota prosecutors to seek a court order before publicly releasing certain evidence in criminal cases that is "clearly offensive to common sensibilities" and could cause significant privacy disruption or severe emotional distress to victims (including minors) or third parties. This applies specifically to sensitive materials like 911 call recordings, which must automatically be filed under seal. Prosecutors must obtain a protective court order to keep such evidence private from public disclosure, while still allowing defendants access to evidence under existing rules. The law applies to criminal proceedings beginning August 1, 2025, and aims to balance public access with victim privacy protections.