Rep. Anquam Mahamoud

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota law to clarify and limit optometrists' authority to prescribe or administer certain drugs. It specifically sets new time limits: oral antivirals may not be prescribed for more than 10 days, oral steroids for more than 14 days (requiring physician consultation), and oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors for more than seven days. These changes apply directly to licensed optometrists in Minnesota who prescribe medications for eye conditions under the Board of Optometry's rules. The bill maintains existing restrictions on intravenous injections, invasive surgery, and Schedule II/III oral drugs.

Maddy summaryHF 1215 modifies how Minnesota's Department of Human Services handles licensing violations for providers operating multiple home or community-based services under Chapter 245D. It requires correction orders and conditional licenses (temporary restrictions) to apply only to the specific service site or program where violations occurred, not all sites operated by the same provider. The bill also mandates annual reports to legislators detailing the number of such orders, locations, staffing, and efforts to improve compliance. These changes aim to make enforcement more precise while adding requirements for providers to access legal assistance and for the department to partner with culturally specific organizations.

Maddy summaryHF 2203 appropriates $4.5 million from the general fund for the Neighborhood Development Center to design, build, and equip a new entrepreneur innovation center in Minneapolis' Lake Street Corridor. The center will provide dedicated space for low-income entrepreneurs to develop businesses, including a technology accelerator, wellness incubator with a kitchen, community meeting areas, and retail space. This one-time funding for the 2026 budget year is specifically intended to support economic development in underserved communities. The project must be completed or abandoned within the timeframe allowed by Minnesota law.

Maddy summaryHF 1885 appropriates $100,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and $100,000 for fiscal year 2027 to the Minnesota Department of Health. The funds are specifically for the Beautywell Project to support public awareness and education activities addressing colorism, skin-lightening products, and associated chemical exposures. This one-time appropriation expires on June 30, 2027, and directly supports the state's public health efforts through the Health Commissioner's office.

Maddy summaryHF 1884 requires Minnesota retailers selling mercury-containing skin-lightening products to display visible warning signs starting August 1, 2026. The signs must state that these products are illegal and warn users of health risks like skin damage, and must be placed where customers can easily see them while shopping. The signage must be developed jointly by state health and pollution agencies and displayed in English, Spanish, Hmong, Somali, French, Ethiopian, and Oromo languages. This bill directly affects retailers in Minnesota who sell such products.

Maddy summaryHF 2690 modifies Minnesota's medical assistance dental coverage by requiring the state commissioner to contract with a dedicated dental administrator starting January 1, 2026, if current managed care and county plans fail to meet performance benchmarks for dental access in 2024. This administrator will handle provider networks, claims processing, and ensure recipients have choice of dental providers meeting state payment rates, with a specific requirement that at least 55% of continuously enrolled medical assistance or MinnesotaCare recipients receive a dental visit by 2029. The bill also establishes a Health Services Advisory Council with a dental subcouncil to advise on evidence-based dental policies, coverage, and delivery models. These changes directly affect medical assistance and MinnesotaCare recipients (including low-income populations), dental providers, and managed care plans.

Maddy summaryHF 2707 appropriates $11.125 million for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to support sexually exploited youth or youth at risk of sexual exploitation under Minnesota Statutes §256K.47. At least $9 million annually must fund street outreach, emergency shelter, regional navigators, and housing services for these youth. The bill directly affects vulnerable youth in Minnesota by providing dedicated funding for critical safe harbor resources and housing support. It establishes concrete funding mechanisms without altering existing statutes or creating new requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's reimbursement rules for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) that provide medical assistance. It requires FQHCs to submit detailed cost and visit reports within 90 days after each reporting period, using forms approved by the commissioner, and to provide copies of their Medicare cost reports as supporting documentation. The bill updates payment mechanisms, allowing FQHCs to choose between a prospective payment system or an alternative cost-based payment method (100% of Medicare-approved costs), effective January 1, 2021. These changes directly affect FQHCs operating in Minnesota that receive state medical assistance payments, ensuring consistent reporting and payment procedures aligned with federal requirements.

Maddy summaryHF 2719 appropriates $4 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to Isuroon, a Minnesota economic development organization, to support microbusinesses. The funds will provide loans, grants, technical assistance, and a business incubator program specifically targeting entrepreneurs in underserved communities. Priority is required for businesses owned by women, immigrants, and people of color. Isuroon must report by January 2027 on the number of loans/grants distributed, recipient demographics, and outcomes like job creation and revenue growth. The program becomes effective July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 958 requires Minnesota's medical assistance program to cover psychiatric collaborative care services for eligible clients. This model, defined as an evidence-based integrated approach involving primary care teams with psychiatric consultants, must be billed using specific codes (99492-99494, G2214, G0512). The bill mandates coverage for this service delivery method, which includes structured care management and regular clinical assessments. It takes effect July 1, 2025, or upon federal approval, whichever is later.