Rep. Cedrick Frazier

Maddy summaryHF 2091 defines "residual amount" for controlled substances as any quantity that is not usable, even if it could still have a pharmacological effect. This definition will be used in Minnesota courts and law enforcement for drug-related cases, such as possession charges involving small quantities of regulated drugs. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 152.01, to include this specific definition, effective August 1, 2025, with retroactive application to all cases occurring before that date. This change provides a clear, consistent standard for legal proceedings involving controlled substances.

Maddy summaryHF 685 requires Minnesota's medical assistance programs (like Medicaid) to cover specific violence prevention services starting January 1, 2026. It directly affects Minnesotans who have experienced community violence or its health impacts, as well as certified providers meeting standards set by the Health Alliance for Violence Intervention. The bill defines covered services - including trauma counseling, conflict mediation, peer support, and care coordination - and mandates a minimum payment rate of $25 per 15-minute service unit. Providers must be certified, and recipients must be referred by a healthcare professional after meeting eligibility criteria related to violence exposure. The bill also requires initial and final reports on service delivery and outcomes.

Maddy summaryHF 2089 requires peace officers in Minnesota to cooperate with investigations conducted by other law enforcement agencies into incidents involving the use of force by the officer, provided the officer is not the subject of the investigation. This bill directly affects peace officers who are not accused of wrongdoing in the specific incident under review. The key mechanism mandates the Peace Officer Standards and Training Board to update officer conduct standards to include this cooperation requirement, while also granting immunity from civil or criminal liability for statements made during such cooperation. The policy change aims to facilitate transparent investigations into use-of-force incidents without penalizing officers who assist other agencies.

Maddy summaryHF 2144 appropriates unspecified funds from the general fund for the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program under Minnesota Statutes § 462A.204, for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The bill directly affects families in Minnesota at risk of homelessness by providing funding for prevention and assistance services. Key provisions include directing the Housing Finance Agency to administer the program using these allocated funds. This is a funding bill with no new policy requirements, solely authorizing budget resources for an existing state program.

Maddy summaryHF 1752 amends Minnesota's licensure requirements for dental hygienists under Statutes 150A.06. It establishes two pathways for applicants: (1) graduation from an accredited U.S. dental hygiene program requiring at least two years of education, or (2) a foreign dental degree comparable to a D.D.S. or D.M.D. All applicants must pass the National Board of Dental Hygiene exam, a clinical competency exam, and a test on Minnesota dental laws. The bill also specifies that applicants failing the clinical exam twice must complete additional training before retaking it, and imposes separate fees for reapplying. These changes directly affect individuals seeking to become licensed dental hygienists in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 1658 appropriates $2.5 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $2.5 million for fiscal year 2027 to provide subsidies to federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in Minnesota. These centers, which serve underserved communities with primary care, directly benefit from this funding under Minnesota Statutes section 145.9269. The bill establishes a specific annual funding amount to support FQHC operations and services. This is a straightforward funding allocation, not a policy change, with no additional eligibility or distribution details provided in the text.

Maddy summaryHF 1907 appropriates $3 million for fiscal year 2026 and $3 million for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to Youthprise. The funds must support economic development services aimed at improving long-term economic self-sufficiency in Minnesota communities with concentrated populations from the African diaspora. At least 50% of the money must be used for subgrants to organizations serving areas outside the seven-county metropolitan region. This is a one-time funding allocation, not an ongoing appropriation.

Maddy summaryHF 1574 modifies Minnesota's towing laws by requiring property owners and towing companies to display clear, visible signs explaining towing rules. The bill specifies that signs must be unobstructed, state why a vehicle may be towed, identify the towing company, and note where vehicles will be taken. It also clarifies towing timeframes: vehicles on properly posted private nonresidential property can be towed immediately, while unposted property requires 24 hours' notice. These changes directly affect property owners, businesses, and towing services operating in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 1938 appropriates $1 million for fiscal year 2026 and $1 million for fiscal year 2027 from Minnesota's workforce development fund to Twin Cities R!SE. The funding provides one-time performance grants to support training programs for individuals facing barriers to employment. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2028, and directly supports Twin Cities R!SE's workforce development activities under Minnesota Statutes, section 116J.8747. The bill makes no changes to existing law but allocates specific state funds for this purpose.

Maddy summaryHF 1939 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to Twin Cities R!SE. The funds will support the Empowerment Institute by expanding its capacity through personal empowerment training, employer partnerships, and statewide implementation of a youth personal empowerment curriculum. This one-time appropriation must be spent by June 30, 2028. The bill directly affects Twin Cities R!SE and the participants in its programs, including youth statewide.