Rep. Esther Agbaje

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 summaryThis bill establishes medical assistance coverage for culturally specific health and wellness services in Minnesota, effective January 1, 2027, or upon federal approval. It creates an advisory task force that must include community leaders, service providers, and health department representatives to define covered services, set provider standards, and recommend implementation details. The state must submit federal waivers and plan amendments by October 1, 2026, after consulting with the task force and affected communities on priorities and provider capacity. An annual report will track service utilization and health outcomes, broken down by race, ethnicity, age, and region.

Maddy summaryHF 3435 limits access to Minnesota school sites by federal immigration officials. It requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and other DHS agents to show valid identification, provide a written statement of purpose, and obtain a judicial warrant before entering schools. School officials must also approve entry and restrict such agents to areas without students present, even if all requirements are met. The bill applies directly to federal immigration enforcement personnel and school districts operating under Minnesota law.

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 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.

Maddy summaryHF 3424 amends Minnesota's eviction notice requirements for nonpayment of rent, directly affecting landlords and residential tenants. It increases the required notice period from 14 to 30 days before filing an eviction lawsuit, mandating landlords provide written notices detailing the exact amount owed, a specific accounting of rent, late fees, and charges, and information about free legal aid and financial assistance resources. The notice must also include specific statements about tenant rights and the 30-day deadline to pay or vacate. This change applies to eviction actions filed on or after July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 3258 repeals two Minnesota statutes (3.226 and 16C.053) that previously prohibited state agencies and the legislature from entering contracts with vendors who discriminate against Israel or businesses operating in Israel. The bill removes the requirement to avoid such vendors, allowing state government to contract with any vendor regardless of their position on Israel-related business practices. This change applies to new contracts published or entered on or after the effective date, which is the day after enactment. The repeal affects all state procurement decisions involving vendors, eliminating the prior restrictions and exemptions for small contracts.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health care facilities in Minnesota to limit access to their premises by law enforcement agents conducting civil immigration enforcement unless the agent presents a valid judicial warrant. It mandates that facilities notify their leadership and legal representatives whenever such agents enter the property and must only grant access to areas specified in the warrant. Additionally, the bill requires facilities to develop written policies outlining procedures for verifying law enforcement identity and authority, documenting interactions, and designating staff members to handle immigration-related situations on site. The law applies to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other licensed health care providers operating in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to allocate $2,850,000 from the state's general fund to support the Power of People Leadership Institute in developing a new facility in North Minneapolis. The funding will cover the costs of renovating a warehouse property to include employment training programs, health wellness services, and a small business incubator, along with administrative office space. This one-time appropriation is available until the project is finished or discontinued, following state law requirements for capital investment projects. The legislation directly affects the Power of People Leadership Institute and the community in North Minneapolis by providing resources for facility development.