Rep. Jon Koznick

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $4 million from the state airports fund to the Duluth Airport Authority for construction projects at the Duluth International Airport. The funding is specifically designated to design and build a new air traffic control tower and base building, including site preparation and utility installations. The legislation mandates that a portion of the funds serve as a match for federal contributions and restricts spending to exclude administrative costs. This one-time appropriation remains available for use until June 30, 2028.

Maddy summaryHF 3563 requires Minnesota licensing boards to automatically suspend or revoke licenses, or deny license applications, when a licensee or applicant is convicted of specific theft or fraud crimes listed in Minnesota law (including offenses under sections like 609.23, 609.496, and 609.52). This directly affects licensed professionals - such as healthcare providers, contractors, and financial advisors - who face criminal convictions for these offenses. The bill mandates that boards take formal action upon conviction, rather than allowing licenses to remain active despite criminal findings. It amends Minnesota Statutes 214.10 to establish this requirement, effective immediately after enactment.

Maddy summaryHF 3694 allows tow trucks to display portable variable message signs while performing emergency services on or near highways. This directly affects tow truck operators, who can now use these digital signs to communicate messages (like "STOP" or "LANE CLOSED") during emergencies. The bill specifies these signs must follow Minnesota's traffic control device standards and can only be used during emergency responses, not for routine towing. It amends existing law to add this provision without changing current requirements for red and amber warning lights.

Maddy summaryHF 3767 allocates $35 million in state bond proceeds to fund Minnesota town roads and bridges, with $25 million specifically for road improvements and $10 million for bridge projects. The bill authorizes the state to issue bonds up to $35 million to cover this funding, which will be distributed by the commissioner of transportation under existing state law. This provides direct financial support for local infrastructure maintenance and upgrades across Minnesota towns. The funding mechanism is procedural, focusing on capital investment rather than changing eligibility or eligibility rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new 100% tax on money obtained through fraud by individuals or organizations, regardless of whether they have already paid fines or restitution. It applies to those convicted by a court, those identified by the state revenue commissioner as having committed fraud, and anyone paid to help facilitate such fraudulent activities. The revenue collected from this tax must be used exclusively to provide relief for state income or property taxes. The law takes effect retroactively for fraud cases determined after December 31, 2019.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a one-time special property tax refund for Minnesota property owners who paid taxes in 2026. It directly affects owners of specific property types, including residential homes, apartments, farms, and forests, by allowing them to apply for a share of a $4 billion fund. To receive money, owners must submit an application to the Department of Revenue between July 15 and September 15, 2026, and the refunds will be distributed by December 31, 2026. The legislation appropriates $4 billion from the state's general fund to finance these payments, with each eligible owner receiving a portion based on their individual tax contribution relative to the total taxes paid by all applicants.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Minnesota School Safety Center to create and distribute evidence-based model safety plans for K-12 schools, requiring districts to adopt similar plans by May 2028. It establishes strict criteria for what counts as "evidence-based," mandating that safety strategies be backed by strong research or well-designed studies before they are implemented. The legislation also enables anonymous threat reporting systems in schools and requires the safety center to consult with licensed mental health professionals when developing these plans. Additionally, the bill modifies grant programs for school buildings and cybersecurity while increasing funding for safe schools initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes $80 million in state funding to help the city of St. Paul upgrade West 7th Street from downtown to the Mississippi River. The money will be used for designing and building new roads, sidewalks, and underground water systems, while also adding traffic calming measures and a bus rapid transit line to connect downtown, the airport, and the Mall of America. The funds are a one-time appropriation available until the project is finished or canceled, and the law takes effect immediately upon final passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals a previous requirement that assumed a $250 million reduction in special education funding for the 2027-2028 biennium and subsequent years. Under the new provisions, the state commissioner of management and budget will no longer be required to forecast this specific funding cut when preparing revenue and expenditure forecasts. The legislation also removes the mandate that the legislature must identify enacted provisions from the Blue Ribbon Commission on Special Education to offset the assumed funding reduction. If savings from those provisions fall short of $250 million, the commissioner of education would no longer be required to reduce the special education cross subsidy aid factor to make up the difference. The changes take effect the day following final enactment of the bill.

Maddy summaryHF 3373 appropriates funds from state bond proceeds to design a new interchange at the intersection of Trunk Highway 10/61 and 70th Street (Washington County State-Aid Highway 22) in St. Paul Park. The bill authorizes the state to issue bonds to cover these costs, with the funds designated specifically for preliminary and final design work by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. This project directly affects St. Paul Park residents and commuters using this transportation corridor. The bill focuses solely on funding the design phase, not construction, and would require legislative approval to issue the bonds.