Rep. Patty Acomb

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's law on concealing identity in public places. It adds "protection from smoke, gas, or other airborne toxin" as a valid exception for wearing masks or disguises, while clarifying that the law generally prohibits such concealment (except for religious, entertainment, weather, or medical reasons). The bill specifically creates two new exceptions for law enforcement: undercover officers may conceal identity when necessary for investigations or safety, and tactical team members may wear face masks to prevent facial disfigurement. The law would not apply to these officers while performing official duties under these specified circumstances. (Note: This is a proposed bill pending in committee as of February 2026.)

Maddy summaryHF 3612 prohibits Minnesota state agencies from withholding federal income tax from state employee paychecks. It directly affects all Minnesota state employees whose salaries are processed through the commissioner of management and budget or agency payroll systems. The bill adds a new provision to Minnesota law requiring that federal tax not be deducted during payroll processing and repeals the existing statute (Minnesota Statutes 16A.13) that previously governed this tax withholding process. This changes the state's payroll procedure for federal tax obligations for employees.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Minnesota law enforcement officers from detaining or transporting suspects in vehicles not specifically designed for human transport, such as standard patrol cars. It requires all such vehicles to be owned/leased by a law enforcement agency, clearly marked with the agency's identification, and equipped with seats and seat belts for each person transported. Exceptions apply during emergencies threatening life/safety or for undercover operations. The law directly affects police departments and officers who transport detainees, aiming to standardize safe transport conditions.

Maddy summaryHF 46 requires dental insurance plans in Minnesota to pay dentists directly for services when a patient (enrollee) submits a written request, regardless of whether the dentist is in the insurance plan's network. This applies to all dental insurance organizations covered under Minnesota Statutes. The key provision mandates that upon written request, the dental organization must send payment directly to the dentist instead of the patient. This change gives patients more flexibility to choose any dentist without network restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a Minnesota rebate program to help businesses, nonprofits, government entities, and tribes cover costs for installing geothermal heating systems in commercial or multifamily buildings. Rebates cover up to 15% of system costs (capped at $100,000 per project) for applicants who have applied for or received federal rebates under the Inflation Reduction Act. Priority is given to low-income housing projects owned by nonprofits or government entities. The program is funded through state appropriations from the renewable development account (for utility service areas) and general fund (outside those areas), with funds expiring in 2033.

Maddy summaryHF 3655 appropriates $300,000 from the general fund to the I-494 Corridor Commission for fiscal year 2026. The funding must cover specific activities like staffing, communications, outreach, and program development - excluding administrative costs - and must be fully spent by June 30, 2026. This is a one-time appropriation with no ongoing requirements. The bill directly affects the I-494 Corridor Commission’s operational capacity for community engagement and service planning.

Maddy summaryHF 3619 requires Minnesota's Environmental Quality Board to conduct a generic environmental impact statement on sustainable aviation fuel production and use. It places a temporary moratorium on both tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel producers/blenders (under Minn. Stat. § 41A.30) and grants from the Department of Agriculture until this review is completed. The bill amends tax credit rules to state that credits can only be claimed after the Environmental Quality Board finishes the impact statement and the commissioner certifies the credit. This directly affects sustainable aviation fuel producers, blenders, and the state agencies responsible for administering tax credits and grants.

Maddy summaryHF 3668 establishes an Office of Gun Violence Prevention within Minnesota's Department of Health. The office will coordinate prevention efforts, collect and report statewide data on gun incidents/deaths, conduct research, create public health campaigns, and support victims - working with agencies like Public Safety. It requires an annual report to legislative committees by February 15 each year. The bill appropriates unspecified funding from the general fund for the office's operations in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Maddy summaryHF 3445 appropriates $5.3 million from state bond proceeds to fund the demolition and reconstruction of Minnetonka's Fire Station #2, including 24-hour operation facilities, decontamination, gear storage, and training space. The city of Minnetonka directly receives this grant to rebuild its fire station in the northeast quadrant. The bill authorizes the state to issue bonds up to $5.3 million through standard state bonding procedures under Minnesota Statutes. This funding is specifically for physical improvements to the fire station, not operational costs. The appropriation becomes effective upon final enactment.

Maddy summaryHF 3457 allows the city of Minnetonka to impose a 0.5% local sales and use tax on purchases, subject to voter approval. The tax revenues must fund specific city projects: new fire stations (Fire Station 2 and 3), trail construction, renovations to The Marsh health center, and a new community park. The city can also issue bonds up to $116.1 million to finance these projects, with the tax supporting debt payments. The tax would expire after 30 years or once project costs are covered, whichever comes first. This bill directly affects Minnetonka residents through their local government's funding for public infrastructure.