Rep. Liz Reyer

Maddy summaryHF 1090 renames Minnesota's existing Library Construction Grant Program to the "Mary C. Murphy Library Construction Grants Program" in Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 134.45. The bill makes no changes to the program's eligibility, funding levels ($450,000 for accessibility projects or $1,000,000 for renovations/new buildings), or requirements - public libraries, regional systems, cities, and counties still qualify. It preserves all current provisions, including the 50% local funding match, accessibility focus, and prohibitions on using funds for new building accessibility compliance. The name change honors Mary C. Murphy but does not alter how the program operates or who benefits.

Maddy summaryHF 3344 creates a new "LGBTQIA2S+ and HIV long-term care bill of rights" in Minnesota. It directly affects residents of long-term care facilities, home care clients, and home and community-based services recipients who are LGBTQIA2S+ or living with HIV. Key provisions require facilities to provide staff training in LGBTQIA2S+ and HIV cultural competency, prohibit specific discriminatory acts (like forcing clothing against gender identity or refusing chosen names/pronouns), mandate clear notices of residents' rights, and allow civil lawsuits if rights are violated. The bill appropriates funds to support these changes, aiming to prevent discrimination in care settings.

Maddy summaryHF 3339 reinstates a citizen advisory board for Minnesota's Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), which was eliminated by the legislature in 2015. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to require the governor to appoint eight citizen members who must reflect the state's racial, gender, and geographic diversity, including at least one Tribal Nation member, three members from environmental justice communities, one small farmer, and one labor union member. This board will review specific agency decisions - such as permits, environmental impact statements, and rule changes - and provide public input on environmental policies. The change directly affects how the MPCA makes decisions, adding a layer of public oversight previously removed.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's legal definition of "mental illness" to clarify criteria for determining serious mental health conditions. It changes reimbursement rates for medical transportation under public assistance programs and allocates new funding for two specific initiatives: a grant program supporting children at risk of bipolar disorder, and the Children's First Episode of Psychosis program. The bill also requires a report on mental health services but does not specify the report's content. These changes directly affect individuals seeking mental health care, medical providers, and state mental health programs in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 3334 modifies rules for health insurance companies' review of medical treatments, requiring their reviewing physicians to contact a patient's attending doctor before denying coverage. It creates a legal right for patients injured by wrongful denials - where the denial contradicts medical norms or the attending doctor's recommendation - to sue the insurance company or reviewing physician. The law also allows Minnesota's attorney general to enforce these rules. This directly affects patients seeking care, health insurance companies, and physicians reviewing treatment requests.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a bill with policy changes), passed by the Minnesota House. It urges Congress to exercise its constitutional authority to oversee the Executive branch and defend the Constitution. The resolution specifically cites concerns about the Executive branch allegedly bypassing courts, impounding funds, and infringing on free speech, and asks Congress to "assert its constitutional oversight authority." It directs Minnesota's Secretary of State to send copies to Congress and Minnesota's federal representatives.

Maddy summaryHF 3313 appropriates $1 million from the general fund for the Dakota County Community Development Agency to support Minnesota's bid to host Expo 2031. The funds must be used for activities like licensing fees, development planning, and reimbursing agency costs, contingent on approval by two international bodies (International Association of Horticultural Producers and Bureau International des Expositions). If Expo 2031 is not approved, the money transfers to the Minnesota Investment Fund. This is a one-time appropriation with funds available for two years, allowing reimbursement of expenses up to 90 days before formal spending.

Maddy summarySF 2847 modifies Minnesota's statutory forms for garnishment notices to improve clarity for debtors. It requires judgment creditors to provide a standardized 10-day notice explaining earnings exemptions before levying on wages, listing specific programs like MFIP, Medical Assistance, and recent prison release as qualifying for protection. The bill specifies the exact wording and format the notice must use, including details on how debtors can claim exemptions by submitting a signed statement. This directly affects individuals who owe money (debtors) and those collecting debts (creditors) by standardizing the communication process. The change focuses on procedural clarity, not altering exemption eligibility or creating new protections.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution, not a law. Minnesota's legislature formally urges the President to respect and comply with federal court rulings, specifically referencing the Trump administration's refusal to follow a court order regarding an immigration case. The resolution directs Minnesota's Secretary of State to send copies to the President, Congress, and Minnesota's congressional delegation. It has no legal effect but serves as a formal statement supporting judicial independence.

Maddy summaryHF 1660 requires Minnesota's Commissioner of Children, Youth, and Families to conduct a statewide assessment of out-of-school youth programs for children and teens under 21. The commissioner must gather data on current programs, funding, and populations served, while engaging youth, families, and community providers to identify barriers and gaps. By February 2026, the commissioner must submit a report with findings and recommendations to legislative committees, including proposals to improve access and quality. The bill appropriates a one-time $ amount in fiscal year 2026 specifically for this assessment and reporting process.