Rep. Fue Lee

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits federal immigration officers from wearing face coverings like masks or hoods while performing public duties in Minnesota, unless the covering is needed for environmental protection. It specifically targets officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement who engage in visible enforcement activities such as patrols, arrests, and interviews. Violating this rule would result in misdemeanor charges. The law applies only to public-facing operations and excludes covert or non-enforcement tasks. It takes effect immediately upon final passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes a one-time appropriation of unspecified funds from Minnesota's general fund to support the Center for Communication and Development, a nonprofit organization in Minneapolis. The money would be used to help the organization purchase property and build a new community media and engagement hub in the city. The funding is designated for acquiring land, designing, constructing, furnishing, and equipping the facility, with the money available until the project is finished or abandoned.

Maddy summaryHF 3748 appropriates $250 million from the general fund for grants to replace lead service lines in municipal water systems. This funding directly helps water utilities and homeowners affected by lead pipes, which pose health risks. The grants are administered by the Public Facilities Authority under Minnesota Statutes, section 446A.077, and are available until June 30, 2034. The bill provides one-time state funding to accelerate the replacement of hazardous lead pipes in drinking water infrastructure.

Maddy summaryHF 1795 appropriates state funds for Minnesota's farm-to-school and early childhood care programs, directly supporting schools and child care providers serving children. The bill allocates specific funding for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to purchase Minnesota-grown fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, grain, and dairy for these settings, including reimbursements for equipment and food purchases. It also sets aside $150,000 annually for a statewide coordinator to assist farmers and institutions, and allows limited state funding (up to 7.5% of federal funds) to support federal program administration. Eligible entities must participate in federal nutrition programs like the National School Lunch Program.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new advisory board to study the impacts of commercial autonomous vehicle operations in Minnesota and sets minimum requirements for their use. It defines autonomous vehicles as those meeting specific automation levels and requires all commercial operations to obtain a permit before beginning, with no operations allowed until a study is completed. The advisory board will include representatives from labor, government agencies, consumer groups, and the autonomous vehicle industry to evaluate permit applications and recommend policies. Additionally, the bill mandates an independent study to assess economic impacts on rideshare drivers, commercial drivers, and related businesses, including workforce displacement and reemployment pathways.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $175,000 from the state's general fund to support a pilot youth mentoring program called Bolder Options. The program will serve young people aged 12 to 21 in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Rochester by introducing them to public service career paths, including opportunities with the Minnesota Army National Guard. The funding is designated as a one-time appropriation for fiscal year 2027 and is managed by the commissioner of public safety.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $2.5 million from the state's general fund to support the development of the Swank Eatery in North Minneapolis. The money will be provided as a grant to Wilson's Image Holding LLC to renovate an existing commercial building on West Broadway into a food hall featuring a brewery, taproom, restaurants, and dining areas. Funds cover construction, furnishing, environmental cleanup, demolition, and other improvements needed to make the space safe and functional. The appropriation becomes effective the day after the bill is enacted and remains available until the project is finished or abandoned.

Maddy summarySF 3596 creates a one-time state-funded emergency rental assistance program for Minnesota counties and Tribal governments to help eligible households facing housing instability. Eligible households must have income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, experienced financial hardship after August 31, 2025, and be at risk of eviction or homelessness. The program covers up to two months of prospective rent, past-due rent, utility costs, or related fees for qualifying households. Counties and Tribal governments must distribute funds within four months of the bill's effective date and return any unspent money to the state.

Maddy summaryHF 3745 bans the sale, purchase, use, or manufacturing of orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile (a chemical compound used in tear gas) within Minnesota. The bill directly affects individuals, businesses, and organizations handling this specific chemical, including law enforcement or manufacturers. It requires the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to provide disposal guidance for existing supplies of the chemical or products containing it. The law takes effect immediately upon final enactment.

Maddy summaryHF 3744 prohibits Minnesota law enforcement officers and agencies from using tear gas, chemical weapons, and kinetic energy munitions (like rubber bullets) on civilian populations. It directly affects all state and local police departments, requiring them to stop using these tools in public safety operations. The bill mandates that law enforcement agencies develop written policies by January 15, 2027, based on a model policy created by the state board by November 15, 2026. This law updates existing statutes to ban these specific crowd-control methods while allowing limited use by the National Guard for official duties.