Rep. Jon Koznick

Maddy summaryHF 1246 appropriates $2.25 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) in Minnesota. The funds support NDC's small business programs, including training, lending, business services, and real estate initiatives. Money may also assist organizations outside the seven-county metro area with technical assistance and grants, provide one-on-one entrepreneur support, and fund a cybersecurity center's operations and marketing. This is a one-time appropriation, with unspent funds carrying over to the second year.

Maddy summaryHF 1227 provides a refundable sales and use tax exemption for construction materials used in a new public safety training facility in Lakeville. The exemption applies to materials purchased between February 28, 2025, and September 1, 2026, with taxes paid upfront but refunded later through the state's general fund. Businesses selling these materials to the Lakeville project will collect the tax initially but receive a refund under the same process used for similar projects. The law takes effect retroactively for eligible purchases made after February 28, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 1123 exempts sales and use tax on construction materials used for renovations at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. It directly affects contractors and subcontractors purchasing materials for airport infrastructure projects between July 2023 and December 2027. The bill requires the tax to be collected upfront but then fully refunded through the state's existing refund process. This applies retroactively to purchases made after June 30, 2023, and expires on January 1, 2028.

Maddy summaryHF 790 allocates $7.2 million for fiscal year 2025, and $2.9 million each for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to cover staff and equipment costs for additional Minnesota State Patrol troopers. The funds specifically support new trooper staffing and necessary equipment, but cannot be used for permanent capitol security troopers or nonsworn officers. This bill directly affects the State Patrol by providing dedicated funding to expand operational capacity. The appropriation is effective upon final enactment, with no additional policy changes beyond the specified funding.

Maddy summaryHF 50 appropriates $40.8 million from state highway bonds to fund the design and construction of a bridge interchange project on Interstate Highway 35 at Dakota County State-Aid Highway 50 (CSAH 50) in Lakeville. The funds will cover environmental analysis, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, and building two bridges over CSAH 50 along with associated ramps. The state will issue bonds up to $40.8 million to cover this project, with bond proceeds deposited into the trunk highway fund. This bill directly affects Lakeville residents and commuters by improving traffic flow at this specific highway intersection.

Maddy summaryThis bill clarifies and expands Minnesota's self-defense laws by removing the requirement to retreat before using force to protect oneself or one's home. It specifically eliminates the "duty to retreat" outside the home, broadens the definition of "dwelling" to include vehicles and adjacent areas like porches or decks, and creates a legal presumption that force was justified when someone enters a dwelling or occupied vehicle by stealth or force. The law applies directly to Minnesotans defending their homes, vehicles, or occupants against unlawful entry or threats, and extends protections to individuals defending others in these spaces. These changes codify existing common law principles into statute while removing restrictions on defensive force in specified scenarios.

Maddy summaryHF 494 prohibits state and regional transportation funding for the ReConnect Rondo project, a proposed land bridge over I-94 in St. Paul. The bill specifically bans the state transportation commissioner and Metropolitan Council from spending money on any phase of the project - including studies, planning, engineering, or construction - using state, federal, or previously allocated funds. This applies to all aspects of the project, including grants to other entities, and takes effect immediately upon enactment. The bill directly affects the project's funding stream but does not alter the project's proposed design or location.

Maddy summaryHF 481 prohibits discrimination against individuals aged 18+ or emancipated minors who refuse specific medical interventions (like vaccines, drugs, or gene editing) for conscience or religious reasons. It bans businesses, employers, healthcare providers, schools, and government entities from denying employment, services, commerce access, or treating individuals differently based on this refusal. Individuals harmed by violations can seek court orders, damages, or attorney fees. The bill explicitly states it doesn’t prevent education about or access to these medical interventions.

Maddy summaryHF 268 requires Minnesota local governments to use interest or investment earnings from transportation funds exclusively for transportation projects. This applies to funds from state-aid highway programs, transportation grants, and specific transportation taxes (like those for roads or bridges). The rule specifically affects councils in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties. The bill amends existing law to prevent diversion of these earnings to non-transportation purposes, ensuring funds stay aligned with their intended use.

Maddy summaryHF 116 appropriates $250,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $250,000 for fiscal year 2027 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to (Neo)Muralismos de Mexico. The funds will directly support expanding arts programming that celebrates Latino cultural heritage through workshops, artist support, and capacity building. Key provisions include providing professional development, networking opportunities, and presentation platforms for Latino artists and cultural organizations. This bill specifically targets funding for a single organization to strengthen community arts initiatives focused on Latino cultural expression.