Rep. Lucy Rehm

Maddy summaryHF 3653 increases funding for school safety programs in Minnesota. It establishes new formulas: public school districts receive $100 per adjusted pupil unit for safe schools aid (starting 2027), plus a $36 per unit levy; charter schools get $100 per unit; and cooperative school units receive $35 per unit. The bill requires all funds to be used exclusively for specific safety purposes, including security upgrades, mental health services, drug prevention programs, violence prevention, and cybersecurity measures in schools. This affects all public school districts, charter schools, and cooperative school units statewide, with funding effective for fiscal year 2027 and later.

Maddy summaryHF 3407 prohibits the sale, possession, and distribution of "ghost guns" - firearms without unique serial numbers, undetectable by metal detectors, or made via 3D printing by unlicensed individuals. It restricts 3D printing of firearms to federally licensed manufacturers, bans sharing 3D gun design files, and requires all firearms to have engraved serial numbers. Owners of existing ghost guns must either have a licensed dealer add a serial number, remove the item from Minnesota, make it permanently inoperable, or surrender it within 180 days (or 30/60 days for inheritors/new residents). Violations carry penalties of up to five years in prison or $10,000 fines.

Maddy summaryHF 2381 establishes new rules for manufactured home parks in Minnesota. It requires park owners to charge uniform rent (with limited exceptions for lot size/location), caps late fees at 8% of rent, and prohibits fees based on family size, home size, or guests. The bill mandates itemized utility billing, requires safety inspections for hazardous trees within 14 days of notice, and requires 60 days' written notice for rent increases. These changes directly affect park residents and owners by standardizing fees, improving transparency, and enhancing safety protections.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes the official title of "physician assistant" to "physician associate" in Minnesota law for licensed professionals. It clarifies that "physician associate," "physician assistant," and "PA" are synonymous terms, with no change to the scope of practice or rights for these professionals. The bill prohibits discrimination in employment, contracts, or healthcare relationships due to this title change and requires state agencies and documents to update all references to the new title. It directly affects licensed physician associates, healthcare facilities, employers, insurers, and government programs that interact with these professionals.

Maddy summaryHF 3405 requires Minnesota's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) to use its existing Use of Force Investigations Unit to investigate incidents involving federal agents. Specifically, it amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 299C.80, to include "federal agents" (defined as those employed by DHS, ICE, CBP, or USCIS) under the unit's duty to investigate cases involving peace officers or federal agents. The bill expands the unit's current mandate - which already covers incidents with state/local officers - to now cover all incidents involving the specified federal agencies. This change directly affects federal law enforcement personnel from those agencies operating in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 3413 prohibits Minnesota state, county, and local government units - including county sheriffs - from entering new agreements with the federal government that allow them to enforce civil immigration law. The bill also requires immediate termination of any existing agreements of this type within 24 hours of the law taking effect. It defines "immigration enforcement agreement" broadly to include contracts, memorandums, or intergovernmental agreements that authorize local entities to carry out federal immigration enforcement actions. This policy change directly affects all state and local law enforcement agencies that previously participated in such federal programs. The law takes effect the day after final enactment, eliminating both new and ongoing participation in these specific federal-local immigration enforcement partnerships.

Maddy summaryHF 3451 provides one-time state grants to Minnesota public schools, charter schools, and tribal schools for anonymous threat reporting systems. Schools must contribute 50% of costs from non-state funds and agree to use grants for system development, operation, staff compensation, and threat response. Grants must be distributed across all geographic regions, with at least half going to schools outside the 11-county metro area. Recipients must report annually by February 15 on how funds were used, including system implementation details. The bill appropriates funds for this purpose with a deadline of June 30, 2028.

Maddy summaryHF 1197 requires mining companies seeking permits for nonferrous sulfide ore projects in Minnesota to disclose all environmental violations, fines, or legal actions against them or their key personnel within the past 15 years. The bill prohibits state agencies from conducting environmental reviews or issuing permits to applicants who have been charged, convicted, or fined for environmental violations, bribery, or corruption in that timeframe. This directly affects companies applying for mining permits by blocking approval if they or their leadership have recent environmental compliance issues. The law aims to prevent entities with poor environmental records from obtaining permits for new mining projects.

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 3610 modifies Minnesota's law on concealing identity in public places. It makes it generally illegal to hide one's identity using a robe, mask, or disguise in public (except for religious reasons, entertainment, weather protection, smoke/gas protection, or medical treatment), with a misdemeanor penalty. The bill specifically adds two exceptions for law enforcement: undercover officers may conceal their identity when necessary for investigations or safety, and tactical team members may use face masks to prevent facial disfigurement during operations. This change affects the public generally and law enforcement officers performing specific duties under defined circumstances.