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.
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryHF 3293 creates the Minnesota Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (MCFPB) to enforce consumer financial laws and protect residents from unfair or deceptive practices in banking, lending, and other financial services. The bill establishes a commissioner appointed by the governor to oversee the bureau, which will investigate complaints, monitor financial markets, and enforce anti-discrimination rules in consumer finance. It appropriates funding for the bureau’s operations in fiscal years 2026 and 2027, and directs the commissioner to recruit staff with federal CFPB experience. The bureau directly affects Minnesota consumers and financial institutions operating in the state by providing a dedicated enforcement agency for consumer financial protection.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how utilization review organizations in Minnesota handle prior authorization requests for healthcare services and establishes new enforcement mechanisms. It requires these organizations to contact physicians before denying requests and mandates that adverse determinations be communicated within five business days with clear explanations and appeal information. The legislation also authorizes the commissioner of commerce to impose fines on organizations that reverse more than 40 percent of appeals over a 12-month period and creates a cause of action for wrongful denials. Additionally, the bill restricts the ability to revoke previously authorized services unless fraud or legal conflicts are proven, while requiring oversight from health licensing boards.
Maddy summaryThis bill removes the legal authority for federal agents from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to make arrests under Minnesota state law. It directly affects these federal agencies by eliminating their ability to conduct warrantless arrests within the state, except when assisting local law enforcement. The change amends existing statutes to delete provisions that previously allowed these officers to arrest individuals for specific crimes like assault or felonies when on duty or with a warrant. This policy adjustment limits arrest powers to state-authorized peace officers and private citizens, while still permitting federal agents to aid in executing warrants when requested by local officers.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits health insurance plans and utilization review organizations in Minnesota from requiring prior authorization for drugs that have been continuously prescribed to an enrollee for at least six months. The law applies to health benefit plans offered, sold, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, and directly affects patients who have been on stable medication regimens for half a year or longer. By removing this administrative requirement for ongoing prescriptions, the bill aims to reduce barriers to accessing medications that patients have already been using consistently. The provision is part of broader changes to Minnesota's health insurance laws that also limit prior authorization for emergency services, mental health treatment, cancer care, and preventive screenings.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a minimum wage requirement for workers employed at Minnesota's covered airports, including Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and other public airports under the Metropolitan Airports Commission. It applies to private companies and contractors that employ workers performing airport-related duties or preparing food for departing flights, excluding independent contractors and salaried professionals. The law mandates that employers pay a "quality service wage" starting in 2026, which combines the applicable minimum wage with supplemental benefits calculated according to federal Service Contract Act standards. The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry will set the specific wage rate each year and has authority to issue compliance orders with penalties for violations.
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 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 3368 reenacts a 2024 ban on firearm parts known as "binary triggers," which allow semi-automatic guns to fire more rapidly. The law prohibits making, selling, or owning these parts and applies retroactively from January 1, 2025. It takes effect the day after enactment and applies to crimes committed on or after that date.
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.