Rep. Patty Acomb

Maddy summaryHF 3455 renames Minnesota's State Office Building at 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in St. Paul as the "Melissa Hortman State Office Building." The bill requires the revisor of statutes to update all official references to the building in Minnesota Statutes and Rules. This is a ceremonial renaming with no policy changes or direct impact on residents or government operations.

Maddy summaryMinnesota's HF 1269 requires health insurance plans to cover all FDA-approved medical services and prescription medications for treating dementia, including diagnostic tests to assess treatment effectiveness. It also prohibits health plans from using "step therapy" (requiring patients to try cheaper drugs first) for dementia treatments. The bill modifies prior authorization rules for certain medications, ensuring automatic 60-day coverage for brand-name mental health drugs when generics become available, and streamlines approval for oral liquid drugs used with feeding tubes. These changes apply to health plans offered in Minnesota starting January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates policies and training requirements for assisted living facilities in Minnesota, directly affecting facility operators and unlicensed staff members who work there. It mandates that facilities maintain updated policies covering staff training, emergency procedures, infection control, and supervision of unlicensed personnel performing delegated tasks. The legislation also strengthens penalties for violations by allowing commissioners to assess investigation-related costs and increase fines for serious injuries or deaths caused by egregious conduct. Additionally, the bill requires facilities to ensure emergency-trained personnel are available 24 hours a day and to provide residents with clear information about their rights and facility procedures.

Maddy summaryHF 2216 protects residents of Minnesota assisted living facilities by prohibiting facilities from requiring a legal guardian as a condition for admission or continued residence. It requires facilities to get commissioner approval before raising fees by more than the Consumer Price Index, demanding detailed financial documentation including operational costs, balance sheets, and comparisons to similar facilities. The bill also prevents facilities from terminating or not renewing contracts based on certain grounds and updates arbitration rules for contract disputes. These changes directly affect assisted living facilities and their residents by increasing oversight of fees and residency terms.

Maddy summaryThis bill clarifies how certain funds received by the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority must be handled, specifically requiring that money received under a particular clause be deposited into the account established in subdivision 11. The legislation amends existing state law to update the list of general powers the authority can exercise, including hiring staff, managing property, entering agreements with various entities, and conducting market analysis for underserved areas. These provisions allow the authority to continue its work on climate-related financing and research while ensuring proper accounting for specific funds. The changes apply directly to the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority and its operational procedures.

Maddy summaryHF 2334 requires dental insurance organizations in Minnesota to maintain a minimum 85% loss ratio, meaning they must pay at least 85% of premium revenue in claims to policyholders. If organizations fail to meet this ratio, they must provide remediation to enrollees through direct rebates, increased benefit limits, or other approved methods. The bill also mandates annual reporting of loss ratios and financial details to the Department of Commerce, with this data published online for public comparison. This applies specifically to dental insurance plans, not general health insurance, and takes effect between 2026 and 2028.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the powers of Minnesota's Climate Innovation Financing Authority by allowing it to borrow money, sell financial instruments like notes and mortgages, and accept gifts or grants to fund climate projects. The legislation requires the authority to prioritize financing for greenhouse gas emission reduction projects across all regions of the state while coordinating with existing federal and state programs to avoid duplication. Key provisions include authority duties to develop eligibility standards, implement consumer protections, measure project impacts on low-income communities, and hire staff who reflect the communities they serve. The bill also mandates the authority to leverage private investment and stimulate demand through partnerships and targeted marketing strategies.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota's secretary of state to create and distribute a voter information guide to every household with registered voters before each statewide general election. The guide must include voting eligibility requirements, registration deadlines, and forms for absentee ballots, while also being available in English and the three most common non-English languages spoken in the state. The legislation prohibits anyone from creating campaign materials that look deceptively similar to the official guide and authorizes the secretary of state to seek court orders or fines against violators.

Maddy summaryHF 3401 modifies Minnesota law to clarify that firearms are generally prohibited on school property, even for individuals with permits, except for specific authorized groups like active law enforcement or military personnel on duty. The bill establishes new storage requirements for permitted carry, mandating that firearms must be unloaded, secured in a locked container or trunk, and out of plain sight when not actively on duty or participating in authorized activities. These rules apply to school buildings, grounds, buses, and event facilities with posted signs, but exclude active officers and military personnel. The law aims to balance permitted access with safety by ensuring firearms are secured during non-operational periods.

Maddy summaryHF 2912 appropriates $2.57 million from Minnesota's renewable development account to fund a geothermal energy system at Macalester College in St. Paul. The funds will support constructing an aquifer-based system that provides heating and cooling for a new campus residence hall and welcome center, with design for future expansion to serve most campus buildings north of Grand Avenue. This bill directly affects Macalester College by providing capital for its infrastructure project, specifically targeting energy efficiency through geothermal technology. The appropriation is available until fully spent.