Rep. John Huot

Maddy summaryHF 3433 bans the possession of specific semiautomatic firearms designated as "military-style assault weapons," including models like AK-47s, AR-15s, and weapons with features such as folding stocks or pistol grips. The bill defines banned weapons to cover both listed models (e.g., Colt AR-15) and similar firearms with minor modifications like enhanced magazines or barrel attachments. It amends Minnesota statutes to impose criminal penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment, for violating the possession ban. This law directly affects individuals who own these specific firearms, requiring them to comply with the new restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the issuance of up to $2.3 million in state bonds to fund rehabilitation and improvements to the Gateway State Trail. The money will be used to construct and equip trail enhancements in the cities of St. Paul, Maplewood, North St. Paul, and Oakdale. The commissioner of natural resources will manage the project, while the commissioner of management and budget is responsible for selling the bonds. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires licensed health care professionals to perform cardiovascular prescreenings for student athletes and all students beginning in the 2028-2029 school year. The screenings must follow evidence-based guidelines and check for heart conditions such as abnormal blood pressure, known cardiac issues, and signs of structural heart disease, with positive results leading to cardiologist referrals. The Department of Health will publish annual reports on screening numbers and outcomes, while the Department of Education and Health will distribute educational materials to families about sudden cardiac arrest risks. Additionally, the bill mandates professional training for health care providers on conducting these screenings and establishing rules to implement the program.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's existing rules about asking job applicants about their past pay history. It creates an exception to the general prohibition on pay history inquiries when that information is already a matter of public record under federal or state law, unless the employer specifically sought it to determine the applicant's wages. The legislation also clarifies that applicants can voluntarily share their pay history without being prompted, and employers may consider such voluntary disclosures to offer higher wages. Additionally, the bill preserves existing protections against wage discrimination and allows employers to discuss compensation expectations with applicants.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state to issue up to $16 million in bonds to fund an indoor recreational dome facility in St. Paul. The money would be used to design, build, and equip the facility at the West Minnehaha Recreation Center for year-round sports and community programs. The legislation directs the state commissioner of employment and economic development to provide the funds as a grant to the city. The bill also sets the effective date as the day following its final passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires ambulance service providers in Minnesota to collect and report specific prehospital care data to the state's Office of Emergency Medical Services. The data must include information such as the total number of emergency calls, reasons for dispatch, transport destinations, patient fees, and mutual aid activities, organized by municipality. Ambulance companies must submit this annual report covering the previous calendar year, and the state director will make the collected data publicly available. The law takes effect on August 1, 2026, and applies to all licensed ambulance services operating within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's immunization laws by clarifying definitions for schools and child care facilities and establishing new procedures for modifying the state immunization schedule. It requires the health commissioner to consult with medical organizations, educational leaders, and specific advocacy groups when proposing changes to vaccine requirements, while also mandating consideration of disease data, vaccine safety, and cost-benefit analyses. The legislation adds a requirement that public hearings be held within 60 days if requested by legislative committee chairs before any schedule modifications can be adopted. Additionally, the bill repeals an existing administrative rule related to immunization standards. These changes affect schools, child care providers, health officials, and vaccine administration across the state.

Maddy summaryHF 3455 renames Minnesota's State Office Building at 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in St. Paul as the "Melissa Hortman State Office Building." The bill requires the revisor of statutes to update all official references to the building in Minnesota Statutes and Rules. This is a ceremonial renaming with no policy changes or direct impact on residents or government operations.

Maddy summaryMinnesota's HF 1269 requires health insurance plans to cover all FDA-approved medical services and prescription medications for treating dementia, including diagnostic tests to assess treatment effectiveness. It also prohibits health plans from using "step therapy" (requiring patients to try cheaper drugs first) for dementia treatments. The bill modifies prior authorization rules for certain medications, ensuring automatic 60-day coverage for brand-name mental health drugs when generics become available, and streamlines approval for oral liquid drugs used with feeding tubes. These changes apply to health plans offered in Minnesota starting January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 1829 modifies Minnesota's property tax rules for a specific type of resort property called "homestead resort properties." It affects owners of properties that qualify as both recreational resorts (with 3+ rental units, seasonal use, and recreational services) and homesteads (where the owner or a family member lives there). The bill changes how these properties are taxed by adjusting the tier limits: the first $500,000 of value would be taxed at a lower rate, while higher value portions would follow different rules. This amendment applies to properties abutting water or state trails that meet all the specified criteria for seasonal rental and homestead use.