Rep. Kristi Pursell

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Minnesota commissioner of natural resources to transfer all state-owned land within one mile of the Upper Red Lake shoreline and all land within the Red Lake State Forest boundaries to the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians without payment. The legislation mandates that the commissioner identify any legal or funding obstacles to these transfers and submit a detailed report by January 15, 2026, to relevant legislative committees with recommendations for resolving those barriers. Additionally, the bill appropriates $20 million in fiscal year 2026 to fund the land conveyance process, with funds available until June 30, 2035, and may be used to acquire additional land needed to facilitate the transfers. The law takes effect immediately upon final enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's agricultural property tax classification system to include farm wineries under Class 2 agricultural land. The change allows wineries that meet specific agricultural land requirements to qualify for the same reduced tax rates as traditional farms, affecting property owners who operate both farming and wine production on the same land. The bill amends existing statutes to clarify that agricultural purposes include the production and processing of wine from grapes grown on the property, provided the land meets minimum acreage and usage standards. Property owners must continue to meet standard agricultural classification criteria, such as maintaining at least ten acres of contiguous land used for agricultural purposes, to benefit from the tax classification. The legislation does not change tax rates themselves but expands which types of agricultural operations are eligible for the current Class 2 tax treatment.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Minnesota Parkinson's Research Trust Fund to support research on Parkinson's disease and provide assistance to caregivers. The fund will be established in the state treasury and can only be used for approved research projects, caregiver support, and related activities. The state health commissioner will manage the fund by awarding grants to institutions and researchers in Minnesota, overseeing compliance, and developing a research plan to coordinate efforts. The bill also requires the commissioner to submit a report on the fund's activities and ensures that grant money is used specifically for Parkinson's disease research and related initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates one-time funding in fiscal year 2027 to support various mental health programs in Minnesota. The money will go to the commissioner of human services and the commissioner of health to fund grants for school-linked behavioral health services, family peer specialist programs, mobile crisis teams, and children's residential mental health crisis stabilization. These funds are intended to help existing providers expand their services and improve access to mental health care for students, families, and children in crisis situations. The legislation does not create new programs but provides financial resources to strengthen current mental health initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals previous sales tax exemptions for preferred seating and amenities at athletic facilities, meaning these items will now be subject to sales tax when purchased with event tickets. It also provides funding for safe harbor shelter and housing grants to support homeless assistance programs. The legislation defines various retail sales for tax purposes, including bundled transactions and promotional items, while appropriating money for the housing grants.

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 summaryHF 3402 bans the possession, manufacture, import, and transfer of large-capacity ammunition magazines in Minnesota. It defines these as feeding devices holding more than ten rounds (with exceptions for permanently modified devices, .22 caliber tubes, and lever-action tubular magazines). The law takes effect July 1, 2026, requiring current owners to surrender, modify, permanently alter, or remove their magazines by July 1, 2027. Violations carry felony penalties of up to five years in prison or $25,000 in fines. Law enforcement, military personnel, and licensed dealers are exempt under specific conditions.

Maddy summaryHF 2998 establishes a legal process for terminally ill Minnesota adults with a prognosis of six months or less to obtain medication for medical aid in dying. It requires two physician confirmations (an attending provider and a consulting provider), a mental health evaluation by a licensed consultant to confirm capacity, and mandates that patients self-administer the medication. The law prohibits providers from directly administering the medication and classifies related patient data as confidential. Violations of the process could result in criminal penalties, while providers following the law are granted immunity.

Maddy summaryHF 2149, the Consumer Grocery Pricing Fairness Act, prohibits large grocery suppliers from offering different terms of sale (like price, discounts, or payment terms) to retailers purchasing the same volume of covered goods. It applies specifically to suppliers with over $6 billion in annual sales to retailers and dominant retailers with over $18 billion in annual sales across 20+ states. The law targets grocery items (excluding gasoline, prescription drugs, tobacco, and alcohol) and requires suppliers to offer identical per-unit terms to all comparable retailers. Violations could result in civil penalties, aiming to ensure fair pricing practices in Minnesota's grocery market.

Maddy summaryHF 162 requires Minnesota's Department of Revenue to post specific corporate franchise tax information online within one month after the third calendar year following a corporation's taxable year. It directly affects large Minnesota corporations with $250 million or more in annual gross sales or receipts, including those in unitary business groups. The bill mandates posting the corporation's franchise tax return, related calculation forms, and state tax identity, while explicitly excluding federal tax information. This rule applies to data for calendar years beginning after December 31, 2025.