Rep. Leon Lillie

Maddy summaryHF 1113 appropriates $10 million from state bonds to fund Washington County's design and construction of a public works and environmental center. The bill authorizes the state to issue up to $10 million in bonds to cover this project, as permitted under Minnesota law. This funding directly supports Washington County's infrastructure development for public works operations and environmental services. The project will be financed through state bond proceeds, with funds allocated to the county for the facility's construction.

Maddy summaryThis bill defines "animal feedlot" in Minnesota law. It specifies that an animal feedlot is a confined area (either designed for manure accumulation or with animal density preventing vegetation) used for raising or holding animals. The definition explicitly excludes pastures and small poultry operations (12 or fewer chickens). This is a procedural definition change with no new regulations or requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $2.5 million for fiscal year 2026 and $2.5 million for fiscal year 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to the Minnesota Humanities Center. The funding supports statewide humanities programs, including cultural programming focused on Minnesota, veterans and military experiences, educator professional development, and initiatives reflecting Black, Indigenous, and people of color communities. It directly affects the Minnesota Humanities Center, which will use the funds for outreach, partnerships, and expanded programming across the state. The bill makes no changes to existing laws but provides specific funding for these established program areas.

Maddy summaryHF 114 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to provide grants to all 95 Minnesota county agricultural societies. The funds must be distributed equally to each county fair to enhance arts access, education, and the preservation of Minnesota's agricultural, historical, and cultural heritage. This grant program operates in addition to existing funding under Minnesota Statutes section 38.02. The commissioner of agriculture will develop grant criteria and seek public input to guide funding for projects supporting these goals.

Maddy summaryHF 577 appropriates $6 million in state bond funds to Lake of the Woods County for new law enforcement and government facilities. The funds will cover designing, building, and equipping these facilities, including expanded mental health and emergency operations spaces, while improving accessibility, energy efficiency, safety, and security. The state will issue bonds up to $6 million to cover this appropriation, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. This bill directly affects Lake of the Woods County government by providing capital funding for public safety infrastructure.

Maddy summaryHF 141 modifies Minnesota's sustainable building guidelines to require state agencies to comply with these standards during the predesign phase for all new state buildings and major renovations. It directly affects state agencies planning construction or major renovations (defined as projects over 10,000 sq. ft. or involving mechanical system replacement). The bill adds specific requirements for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving indoor air quality, conserving water, and enhancing climate resilience into the guidelines, while mandating a report and appropriating funds for implementation. These changes apply to all state-funded projects after specified dates, ensuring sustainability is integrated early in the planning process.

Maddy summaryHF 209 appropriates $3 million from state bond proceeds to fund specific capital improvements for the Brown's Creek State Trail in Washington County. The bill directs funds for constructing a trail connection from County State-Aid Highway 5 to the trail and for building an overlook at the historic Point Douglas-Saint Louis River Road Bridge. It authorizes the state to issue bonds up to $3 million to cover these costs, following established bond procedures under Minnesota law. The project directly affects Washington County infrastructure and provides public access to recreational trail and bridge viewing areas.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HF 139) increases annual cost-of-living adjustments for retirees in Minnesota's Public Employees Police and Fire Retirement Plan and State Patrol Retirement Plan. It raises the standard adjustment from 1% to up to 1.5% annually (based on federal Social Security COLA), and shortens the required waiting period from 36 months to 12 months for full benefits. Retirees receiving benefits for less than 12 months will now get a pro-rated increase based on months served. The changes take effect for adjustments starting January 1, 2026, and apply automatically unless retirees opt out in writing.

Maddy summaryHF 157 creates special tax increment financing (TIF) rules for Maplewood’s "3M Renovation and Retention Project Area" (parcel 362922240002). It waives standard TIF requirements like the 90% rule and expenditures outside district rule, extends the project timeline from five to ten years, and defines specific geographic boundaries for development. The bill directly affects Maplewood’s city government and its economic development authority, enabling them to use future tax revenue from the project area for redevelopment without standard restrictions. It expires December 31, 2018, unless Maplewood complies with state administrative procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new rules for ticket sales in Minnesota to increase transparency and prevent deceptive practices. It requires ticket sellers and online marketplaces to clearly display the total price, including all fees, and to provide buyers with proof of purchase and refund policies within 24 hours. The legislation also prohibits specific behaviors such as selling duplicate tickets, using unauthorized domain names, or bypassing online security measures to buy multiple tickets. The commissioner of commerce is given the authority to request data on how violations occur and to enforce these rules, with the law taking effect on January 1, 2025.