Rep. Anquam Mahamoud

Maddy summaryThis bill expands eligibility for Minnesota's health professional education loan forgiveness program to include physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. Under the new provisions, these healthcare workers can receive loan forgiveness if they agree to practice in designated rural areas or underserved urban communities. The legislation amends existing state statutes to formally add these professions to the list of eligible health care professionals who can access this financial assistance. By broadening the program's scope, the bill aims to support workforce development in areas with healthcare shortages while providing debt relief to qualified practitioners.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the powers of Minnesota's Climate Innovation Financing Authority by allowing it to borrow money, sell financial instruments like notes and mortgages, and accept gifts or grants to fund climate projects. The legislation requires the authority to prioritize financing for greenhouse gas emission reduction projects across all regions of the state while coordinating with existing federal and state programs to avoid duplication. Key provisions include authority duties to develop eligibility standards, implement consumer protections, measure project impacts on low-income communities, and hire staff who reflect the communities they serve. The bill also mandates the authority to leverage private investment and stimulate demand through partnerships and targeted marketing strategies.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $3 million from the state's general fund to support the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches in acquiring property and developing a new facility in Minneapolis. The funding is designated for site selection, property purchase, and construction of a dedicated space for food distribution and youth programming services. The organization may collaborate with Southside Community Health Services to utilize the facility, and the funds are available until the project is completed or discontinued. This one-time appropriation takes effect immediately upon final enactment of the legislation.

Maddy summaryThis Minnesota bill creates a temporary income tax credit for residents and businesses that purchase and install solar energy systems, such as photovoltaic panels or solar water heaters. The credit allows taxpayers to reduce their state income tax liability by a percentage of their system's cost, with the percentage decreasing from 15% to 11% between 2025 and 2029, and caps the credit at $2,500 for homes and $15,000 for businesses. If the credit exceeds a taxpayer's tax bill, the state will refund the difference using funds from the general fund. The program is set to expire on January 1, 2029, and applies to systems installed during specific taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Maddy summaryHF 3483 modifies Minnesota's trespass law to require law enforcement to obtain a warrant signed by a judicial officer before entering property for civil immigration enforcement. It also prohibits local law enforcement from detaining individuals solely based on federal civil immigration detainers. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes § 609.605 to add a specific provision (subdivision 1, clause (6)) requiring a warrant with probable cause for immigration-related trespass entries. This directly affects local police and sheriff's departments by restricting their ability to act on federal immigration requests without judicial oversight. The law applies to all trespass offenses involving immigration enforcement activities on private property.

Maddy summaryHF 1099 changes how special education funding is shared between school districts and charter schools in Minnesota. Starting in fiscal year 2026, the state will cover 50% of the unreimbursed cost for special education services provided to students at charter schools (down from previous rates where districts paid more), while resident districts will pay only 50% of those costs instead of higher percentages. This bill directly affects charter schools receiving special education services and the school districts that host them, shifting more financial responsibility to the state. It amends Minnesota statutes 124E.21 and 127A.47 to implement this funding adjustment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new legal right in Minnesota allowing individuals to sue if their name, likeness, or voice is used for commercial purposes without their permission. It defines likeness as any recognizable image of a person and voice as any sound that identifies a specific individual, covering both recorded and computer-generated versions. The law permits people to sell or license these rights and allows lawsuits to continue for up to 70 years after death if the person's identity was used commercially during that time. Courts can award damages for financial losses, profits made from the unauthorized use, and attorney fees, with triple damages available if the misuse was intentional. The bill includes exceptions for news reporting, criticism, satire, and other First Amendment-protected uses, ensuring free speech rights remain intact.

Maddy summaryHF 3705 establishes Minnesota's participation in the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, allowing licensed respiratory therapists from member states to practice across state lines more easily. The bill creates a standardized framework where therapists licensed in one member state (their "home state") can obtain authorization to work in other member states ("remote states") without needing separate licenses, while preserving each state's authority to protect public health. Key provisions include defining terms like "compact privilege," requiring criminal background checks for licensure, and aiming to improve patient access to care, support military families relocating, and ease administrative burdens for states. This compact directly affects respiratory therapists seeking multi-state practice, healthcare facilities in member states, and patients in areas with workforce shortages.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota's medical assistance and MinnesotaCare programs to cover the removal of intrauterine devices. It amends state statutes to mandate this coverage and directs the commissioner of human services to implement the change. The legislation also appropriates funding from the general fund and health care access fund to support these costs in fiscal years 2027 through 2029. Coverage becomes effective on January 1, 2027, or later if federal approval is required. The bill affects individuals enrolled in these health programs who need IUD removal services.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.2 million from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to provide a grant to the Neighborhood Development Center. The funding will support the creation and launch of The Ruckus, a new facility designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs grow from startup stage to substantial revenue growth. The money can be used to develop core programs, build entrepreneur cohorts, establish industry partnerships, and purchase necessary equipment for the facility. The grant includes specific programming for a technology and business accelerator, a beauty and wellness production program, and a retail readiness initiative, and the funds are available until June 30, 2028.