Rep. Mohamud Noor

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's immunization laws by clarifying definitions for schools and child care facilities and establishing new procedures for modifying the state immunization schedule. It requires the health commissioner to consult with medical organizations, educational leaders, and specific advocacy groups when proposing changes to vaccine requirements, while also mandating consideration of disease data, vaccine safety, and cost-benefit analyses. The legislation adds a requirement that public hearings be held within 60 days if requested by legislative committee chairs before any schedule modifications can be adopted. Additionally, the bill repeals an existing administrative rule related to immunization standards. These changes affect schools, child care providers, health officials, and vaccine administration across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's human services housing program requirements to expand eligibility for individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, or co-occurring conditions who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The legislation requires grantees to provide homeless outreach and case management services while allowing projects to offer clinical assessments, mental health services, substance use treatment, and housing support. It also updates general assistance eligibility criteria to include additional categories such as specific learning disabilities, certain student populations, and individuals whose alcohol or drug addiction contributes to their disability. These changes will take effect on July 1, 2026, and affect the Department of Human Services and county agencies administering housing and assistance programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies several requirements related to child foster care licensing and adult care services in Minnesota. It updates rules for issuing foster care licenses, clarifying when exceptions to licensing moratoriums apply, particularly for homes where the license holder does not live on the premises. The legislation also adds new requirements for MnCHOICES assessors, establishes targeted case management standards, and updates procedures for early intensive developmental and behavioral interventions. Additionally, the bill modifies processes for reviewing cost data reports and adjusting how maltreatment cases involving vulnerable adults are handled. These changes primarily affect state licensing officials, foster care providers, and agencies responsible for child and adult welfare services.

Maddy summaryHF 3455 renames Minnesota's State Office Building at 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in St. Paul as the "Melissa Hortman State Office Building." The bill requires the revisor of statutes to update all official references to the building in Minnesota Statutes and Rules. This is a ceremonial renaming with no policy changes or direct impact on residents or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates policies and training requirements for assisted living facilities in Minnesota, directly affecting facility operators and unlicensed staff members who work there. It mandates that facilities maintain updated policies covering staff training, emergency procedures, infection control, and supervision of unlicensed personnel performing delegated tasks. The legislation also strengthens penalties for violations by allowing commissioners to assess investigation-related costs and increase fines for serious injuries or deaths caused by egregious conduct. Additionally, the bill requires facilities to ensure emergency-trained personnel are available 24 hours a day and to provide residents with clear information about their rights and facility procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new grant programs and provides funding for adult and children's mental health services in Minnesota, with specific priority given to areas affected by Operation Metro Surge. It creates culturally responsive mental health grants for adults and children, funds mobile crisis teams including vehicle purchases, and supports school-linked mental health services. The legislation also expands eligibility for various mental health services such as housing support, crisis intervention, and specialized care for youth at risk of psychosis or bipolar disorder.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $1.5 million from Minnesota's general fund to support the Somali Museum of Minnesota in building a new facility. The money will be used to design, construct, furnish, and equip the new building in Minneapolis to preserve Somali cultural heritage and display artifacts. This is a one-time appropriation available until the project is completed or abandoned, and the funds are managed by the commissioner of employment and economic development. The legislation directly affects the Somali Museum of Minnesota by providing financial resources for its expansion and preservation efforts.

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 renames the Minnesota Senate Building to the Kari Dziedzic Senate Building in honor of Kari Dziedzic. It directs the state to update signage throughout the Capitol complex to reflect the new name and requires the Revisor of Statutes to change the building's name in official state records and laws. The legislation also appropriates funds from the general fund to cover the cost of replacing existing signs. This change primarily affects state government operations and official documentation within Minnesota.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes protections for Minnesota residents receiving state-funded healthcare services when their service providers face serious operational problems like bankruptcy, license revocation, or insolvency. It requires providers to give at least 30 days notice before stopping services and to help affected clients transition to new providers of their choice. The state health commissioner and local agencies must notify recipients directly and ensure they continue receiving medically necessary care during transitions, particularly for vulnerable individuals receiving long-term services, behavioral health treatment, or life-sustaining care. The legislation also creates a process for designating certain situations as complex transitions that require special attention and support to prevent harm or loss of housing for recipients.