Rep. Samantha Sencer-Mura

Maddy summaryHF 3429 creates a new "speed-controlled license restriction" for drivers convicted of three or more speeding violations within 12 months. It requires drivers with this restriction to install and maintain an intelligent speed assistance device (a speed-limit monitoring technology) in their vehicles. Driving without this certified device while under the restriction would be a gross misdemeanor. The bill also extends license revocation periods for specific speeding offenses, such as exceeding 100 mph or 20+ mph over posted limits in school/work zones. These changes take effect January 1, 2027, and require new rules and funding.

Maddy summaryHF 3405 requires Minnesota's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) to use its existing Use of Force Investigations Unit to investigate incidents involving federal agents. Specifically, it amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 299C.80, to include "federal agents" (defined as those employed by DHS, ICE, CBP, or USCIS) under the unit's duty to investigate cases involving peace officers or federal agents. The bill expands the unit's current mandate - which already covers incidents with state/local officers - to now cover all incidents involving the specified federal agencies. This change directly affects federal law enforcement personnel from those agencies operating in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 2687 restricts corporate ownership of single-family homes in Minnesota by prohibiting corporate owners (including real estate investment trusts and corporations managing pooled investor funds) from owning 50 or more such homes. It increases the deed tax rate to 0.5% on transfers of single-family homes to corporate owners (up from the standard 0.0033%) and dedicates the state portion of this revenue to workforce and affordable homeownership programs. The bill also creates a statewide landlord database to track rental properties. These changes directly affect large corporate landlords and aim to increase housing affordability through targeted tax revenue.

Maddy summaryHF 1197 requires mining companies seeking permits for nonferrous sulfide ore projects in Minnesota to disclose all environmental violations, fines, or legal actions against them or their key personnel within the past 15 years. The bill prohibits state agencies from conducting environmental reviews or issuing permits to applicants who have been charged, convicted, or fined for environmental violations, bribery, or corruption in that timeframe. This directly affects companies applying for mining permits by blocking approval if they or their leadership have recent environmental compliance issues. The law aims to prevent entities with poor environmental records from obtaining permits for new mining projects.

Maddy summaryHF 3746 appropriates $25 million from state bond proceeds to fund a storm sewer project in Northeast Minneapolis. The bill directs the Public Facilities Authority to grant this money to the city of Minneapolis for installing approximately 2,100 feet of new storm sewer under 13th Avenue Northeast, from 2nd Street Northeast to a new outfall at the Mississippi River. It authorizes the state to issue bonds up to $25 million to cover this cost, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. This project directly affects residents and infrastructure in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood by improving stormwater management.

Maddy summaryHF 3662 amends Minnesota's individual income tax code to require taxpayers to include certain employer-reimbursed travel expenses as taxable income. Specifically, it adds an "addition" for travel costs (like fares, meals, and lodging) paid by or reimbursed by an employer while traveling within Minnesota for immigration enforcement activities or supporting such activities. This provision applies only to expenses incurred in Minnesota and takes effect for tax years starting after December 31, 2025. The bill directly affects Minnesota taxpayers whose employers cover travel related to immigration enforcement within the state.

Maddy summaryHF 3659 requires individuals who earned income in Minnesota while participating in immigration enforcement activities or providing material support to such activities to file a Minnesota income tax return. This requirement applies even if the individual's income would normally be too low to trigger a filing obligation under standard tax rules. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to add this specific filing requirement, which takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 3611 allows Minnesota taxpayers to subtract certain damage awards from their state taxable income. It specifically covers damages from sexual harassment or abuse claims (not excluded under federal tax law) and damages from injuries caused by federal immigration enforcement activities. This change reduces the taxable income of Minnesotans who receive these specific types of compensation. The law takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHF 3431 makes Minnesota's traffic safety camera pilot program permanent, allowing red light and speed cameras to issue citations for violations. It sets $40 fines for most violations (up to $80 for 20+ mph over speed limits), with warnings for first offenses and diversion options (including traffic safety courses) for second offenses. The law excludes commercial vehicles and commercial drivers from fines, and lists specific defenses like vehicle theft, emergency medical situations, or prior convictions for the same violation. Vehicle owners must provide sworn statements for certain defenses, and citations cannot lead to driver's license suspension.

Maddy summaryHF 3434 bans the possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons (like AR-15s and AK-47s) and large-capacity ammunition magazines (holding more than 10 rounds) in Minnesota. It defines these weapons by specific models (e.g., Colt AR-15, Beretta AR-70) or features (folding stocks, pistol grips, threaded barrels). The bill creates criminal penalties for possessing these banned items and amends state law to clarify prohibited firearms and magazines. It directly affects individuals who own or possess these specific weapons or magazines. The law does not cover all semiautomatic firearms but targets models and features associated with military-style weapons.