Rep. Patty Acomb

Maddy summaryHF 1802 modifies Minnesota's tax credit for teachers by expanding eligibility to include master's degrees in special education. It directly affects licensed Minnesota teachers pursuing advanced degrees in special education or core academic fields (like math or history). The key provision adds "special education" to the list of qualifying fields under the existing $2,500 annual tax credit, which covers tuition and materials paid out-of-pocket without employer reimbursement. The credit applies to degrees completed after June 2017, with the change effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Maddy summaryHF 1087 appropriates $300,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $300,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the I-494 Corridor Commission. The funds are designated for the Commission's programming, staffing, communications, outreach, education program development, and operations management. This one-time appropriation requires full disbursement by July 31 each year, with no funds retained by the commissioner of transportation.

Maddy summaryHF 1359 increases funding for solid waste management by changing how fees collected from waste management are allocated. Starting in 2026, 7% of these fees will go to a resource management account (rising to 20% in 2027 and 30% after 2028), instead of the general fund. The funds must be distributed to counties for waste management programs under state law. This directly affects counties receiving these allocations and changes the percentage of fees dedicated to environmental resource management over time. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 981 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the Minnesota Commissioner of Health. This funding is directed to the nonprofit organization "Change the Outcome" to implement opioid prevention and education programs. The bill requires these programs to provide data-driven school and community education on opioid dangers, prevention strategies, overdose recognition, emerging drug trends (like fentanyl and xylazine), and access to substance use disorder support resources. The primary beneficiaries are Minnesota middle and high school students, communities, and individuals struggling with substance use disorders.

Maddy summaryHF 1013 appropriates $5 million from Minnesota's renewable development account for the Minnesota Energy Alley initiative, administered by Clean Energy Economy Minnesota. The funds are a one-time allocation to support energy sector growth through seed funding for businesses, workforce training programs, and recruiting entrepreneurs to Minnesota. The bill also directs the initiative to seek additional federal and private funding to create a long-term revenue model. This funding directly affects energy businesses and economic development efforts within the state.

Maddy summaryHF 1159 expands Minnesota tax increment financing (TIF) district uses to allow transfers of tax increment revenue to local housing trust funds. It requires that transferred funds be used exclusively for qualified low-income housing projects meeting IRS Section 42 standards, including site acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, or public improvements directly related to such housing. The bill sets limits, such as ensuring housing costs do not exceed 150% of local single-family home averages (or $200,000 in metro areas/$125,000 elsewhere) and restricting transfers to housing trust funds established under Minnesota Statutes 462C.16. This policy change directly affects TIF districts and local housing trust funds by creating a new, regulated funding stream for affordable housing development.

Maddy summaryHF 488 requires all Minnesota health plans to cover medically necessary dental procedures directly caused by cancer treatments like chemotherapy, biotherapy, or radiation. This includes related evaluations, exams, lab tests, medications, and treatments. The law applies to health plans defined under Minnesota Statutes, ensuring coverage for dental care resulting from cancer therapy, not general dental needs. It takes effect after enactment for new or renewed insurance contracts.

Maddy summaryHF 1064 provides $14.9 million in state funding for Wayzata's downtown lakefront restoration project. The bill appropriates money from state bonds to fund the final phase of improvements, including building an eco park, restoring historic sites like the Section Foreman House and Wayzata Depot, repairing Lake Minnetonka's shoreline, upgrading Wayzata Beach and Klapprich Park, and designing new public safety facilities. The funds will be used by the city of Wayzata to acquire property, design, and construct these projects. This is an additional appropriation beyond a 2020 funding allocation for the same project. The state will issue bonds to cover the cost, following standard bond procedures.

Maddy summaryHF 720 appropriates $15 million from state bond proceeds to fund the Opus Public Space project in Minnetonka. The bill directs the state to provide a grant to Minnetonka for acquiring property, designing, constructing, and equipping a public gathering space with a plaza, parking, trails, and visitor infrastructure near the Southwest Light Rail Transit Opus station. It authorizes the state to issue up to $15 million in bonds to cover this funding, following Minnesota’s bond sale procedures. The project is separate from a prior 2023 appropriation for the same purpose.

Maddy summaryHF 721 appropriates $15 million from state bonds to fund improvements at The Marsh in Minnetonka. The city of Minnetonka will receive this grant to acquire property and renovate the facility, including ADA accessibility upgrades, energy-efficient systems, safety features, structural repairs, and environmental enhancements. The funds will cover both interior renovations and exterior natural resource improvements. This bill authorizes the state to issue bonds to cover the cost, directly affecting Minnetonka residents and users of The Marsh facility.