Rep. Kaela Berg

Maddy summaryHF 1817 increases the annual surcharge for all-electric vehicles from $75 to $100 (effective August 1, 2025), while adding a new $25 surcharge for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Both surcharges are adjusted every three years based on changes to Minnesota’s gasoline excise tax, rounded to the nearest $5 increment. Revenue from these surcharges must be deposited into the Transportation Impact Assessment and Mitigation Account. Additionally, if the account balance exceeds 50% of annual deposits, 90% of the excess must be transferred to the Highway User Tax Distribution Fund starting in 2027.

Maddy summaryHF 1757 requires anyone who owns, possesses, or controls a firearm to report a loss or theft to local law enforcement within 48 hours. Failure to report can result in escalating penalties, starting with a minor offense for the first violation and increasing to a gross misdemeanor for repeated failures. The bill also provides immunity from prosecution for storage-related offenses if the report is made on time and mandates that law enforcement agencies report lost or stolen firearms to the state commissioner within seven days. Additionally, the bill appropriates $36,000 for a one-time implementation of a reporting system to support these requirements.

Maddy summaryHF 1860 appropriates $8 million from state bonds to fund a new regional household hazardous waste and recycling facility serving Dakota and Scott Counties. The money will be provided to a joint powers entity formed by both counties to construct and equip the facility, which will be located in Dakota County to serve residents and businesses from both areas. The bill authorizes the state to issue bonds up to $8 million to cover this appropriation, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. This funding directly supports waste management services for households in these two counties.

Maddy summaryHF 1399 requires Minnesota's Commissioner of Corrections to maintain a supply of opiate antagonists (like naloxone) at all state correctional facilities for immediate use during opioid overdoses. It mandates storing sufficient nasal doses throughout facilities for rapid response and provides training to correctional staff on recognizing overdose symptoms and administering the medication. This bill directly affects people in Minnesota's prisons and jails who may experience overdoses, as well as correctional facility staff responsible for safety. The law creates a specific protocol for overdose response within correctional settings, referencing existing statutes for definitions and administration procedures.

Maddy summaryHF 1812 establishes a state-run Minnesota Health Plan to guarantee comprehensive, affordable health care for every Minnesota resident. The plan covers all necessary medical, dental, vision, mental health, and long-term care services without co-pays, with premiums based on income. It creates new state entities including the Minnesota Health Board, Health Fund, Office of Health Quality and Planning, a patient advocacy ombudsman, and an auditor for the plan. The bill also requests a federal waiver under the Affordable Care Act to modify certain health insurance requirements and appropriates funding for implementation.

Maddy summaryHF 1764 appropriates $1.5 million from the state general fund for a one-time grant to the Coalition of Asian American Leaders. The funds will support outreach, training, technical assistance, peer networks, and direct financial help specifically for Asian Minnesotan women entrepreneurs and Asian-owned businesses. The grant is available until June 30, 2027, and must be used for these targeted support services. This bill directly affects Asian-owned businesses and women business owners in Minnesota by providing state-funded resources.

Maddy summaryHF 1685 requires Minnesota's IT Services agency to combine the state's transit assistance program (currently managed by Metro Transit) into the existing Minnesota Benefits Web Portal by December 31, 2025. The bill mandates coordination with transportation, human services, and children's agencies to ensure seamless integration while allowing Metro Transit to continue processing applications. It also appropriates $1.2 million from the general fund in fiscal year 2026 specifically for this integration work. This change directly affects state agencies managing benefits and Metro Transit, aiming to streamline access for Minnesotans using transit assistance programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill gives renters in Minnesota the right to temporarily host a youth under age 25 in their rental unit for up to 60 days without landlord retaliation. Renters must notify landlords within 7 days of the youth's arrival, providing basic details like the youth's name and age (or full name and birthdate if 18+), but landlords cannot raise rent, evict, or require the youth to sign a lease during this period. The tenant remains responsible for rent, damages, and other lease obligations. Landlords who violate this law face dismissed eviction cases, liability for damages, and payment of tenant's legal costs.

Maddy summaryHF 1533 amends Minnesota's corporate franchise tax laws to treat certain foreign corporations operating in Minnesota as "unitary" businesses. It directly affects foreign corporations that meet the new definition of a "tax haven" (e.g., jurisdictions with opaque tax regimes, preferential treatment for foreign entities, or favorable tax avoidance structures). The bill adds definitions for "tax haven" and requires corporations with significant business in such jurisdictions to have their worldwide income apportioned and taxed under Minnesota's unitary tax rules, rather than just income generated within the state. Key provisions include aligning Minnesota tax deductions with federal "Global intangible low-taxed income" (section 951A) and "Subpart F income" rules. The changes take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 1194 links school district funding to increases in Minnesota's general education basic formula allowance, starting in fiscal year 2026. It establishes a formula where districts receive revenue based on student enrollment in specific programs (like summer school, extended days, or day treatment programs for students with mental health needs) and the ratio of current to prior year education funding. This funding directly affects school districts serving students in day treatment programs or children's residential facilities, as defined in the bill. Districts may use these funds for extended learning programs, including summer school and vacation academies. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to implement this funding mechanism for fiscal years 2026 and later.