Rep. Anquam Mahamoud

Maddy summaryHF 1752 amends Minnesota's licensure requirements for dental hygienists under Statutes 150A.06. It establishes two pathways for applicants: (1) graduation from an accredited U.S. dental hygiene program requiring at least two years of education, or (2) a foreign dental degree comparable to a D.D.S. or D.M.D. All applicants must pass the National Board of Dental Hygiene exam, a clinical competency exam, and a test on Minnesota dental laws. The bill also specifies that applicants failing the clinical exam twice must complete additional training before retaking it, and imposes separate fees for reapplying. These changes directly affect individuals seeking to become licensed dental hygienists in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 1926 allocates $1,000,000 from the state general fund for a one-time grant to the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches to support food shelves. The funds must be distributed to food shelves enrolled in the Minnesota FoodShare program according to that program's existing distribution formula. The Council may use up to 5% of the grant for administrative costs and must report details on fund distribution to the state commissioner by August 1, 2026. This bill directly affects participating food shelves in the Minneapolis area through the Council of Churches' grant program.

Maddy summaryHF 1927 appropriates $250,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches, a nonprofit organization. This one-time funding is specifically for evaluating potential sites and acquiring property to build a new facility providing services and supports. The bill directly affects the Council of Churches and future residents of the planned facility, as it enables site selection and property purchase. The funds are available until the project is completed or abandoned, per Minnesota Statutes.

Maddy summaryHF 1757 requires anyone who owns, possesses, or controls a firearm to report a loss or theft to local law enforcement within 48 hours. Failure to report can result in escalating penalties, starting with a minor offense for the first violation and increasing to a gross misdemeanor for repeated failures. The bill also provides immunity from prosecution for storage-related offenses if the report is made on time and mandates that law enforcement agencies report lost or stolen firearms to the state commissioner within seven days. Additionally, the bill appropriates $36,000 for a one-time implementation of a reporting system to support these requirements.

Maddy summaryHF 1776 appropriates $5 million from state bonds to fund ADA-compliant upgrades for public sidewalks and curb ramps in Minneapolis. The bill directs this money specifically to the city of Minneapolis for construction projects meeting Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The state will issue bonds to cover the cost, with funds becoming available only when Minneapolis secures sufficient nonstate funding for the projects. This targeted funding aims to improve accessibility for people with disabilities in Minneapolis's public right-of-way facilities.

Maddy summaryHF 1812 establishes a state-run Minnesota Health Plan to guarantee comprehensive, affordable health care for every Minnesota resident. The plan covers all necessary medical, dental, vision, mental health, and long-term care services without co-pays, with premiums based on income. It creates new state entities including the Minnesota Health Board, Health Fund, Office of Health Quality and Planning, a patient advocacy ombudsman, and an auditor for the plan. The bill also requests a federal waiver under the Affordable Care Act to modify certain health insurance requirements and appropriates funding for implementation.

Maddy summaryHF 1838 prohibits health insurance companies in Minnesota from using artificial intelligence in the "utilization review" process. This process determines whether health insurance will cover specific medical treatments or services before they are approved. The bill directly affects insurers and the organizations they hire to review medical claims, banning AI use in all aspects of these reviews, including initial evaluations and appeals. The law amends Minnesota Statutes to add this specific prohibition, requiring human review for coverage decisions.

Maddy summaryHF 1685 requires Minnesota's IT Services agency to combine the state's transit assistance program (currently managed by Metro Transit) into the existing Minnesota Benefits Web Portal by December 31, 2025. The bill mandates coordination with transportation, human services, and children's agencies to ensure seamless integration while allowing Metro Transit to continue processing applications. It also appropriates $1.2 million from the general fund in fiscal year 2026 specifically for this integration work. This change directly affects state agencies managing benefits and Metro Transit, aiming to streamline access for Minnesotans using transit assistance programs.

Maddy summaryHF 1473 modifies a $26 million state appropriation for Hennepin County to build a new anaerobic digestion recycling facility in Brooklyn Park. The bill requires Hennepin County to submit a plan for closing the existing Hennepin Energy Recovery Center before funds can be used, and specifies that the project includes demolishing the County Sheriff's facility on the site. This funding covers predesign, construction, and equipment for the new recycling recovery facility. The bill directly affects Hennepin County and residents of Brooklyn Park through the facility's development and the transition from the old recovery center.

Maddy summaryHF 1566 requires landlords in Minnesota to make reasonable safety modifications for tenants with children who have autism, specifically when hazards like lakes, rivers, or other water bodies are near rental properties. Tenants must request these accommodations, and landlords can ask for documentation unless the child's condition is obvious. Landlords cannot retaliate against tenants making such requests and must adjust policies or property features to protect the child, unless the change would fundamentally alter the property. This bill directly affects tenants with autistic children and their landlords in rental housing.