Rep. Samantha Sencer-Mura

Maddy summaryHF 1878 requires Minnesota's human services commissioner to seek a federal waiver by October 1, 2025, to cover traditional health care practices under the state's medical assistance program. It would allow coverage for these services when received from qualified providers at Indian Health Service facilities, tribal clinics under the Indian Self-Determination Act, or urban Indian organizations. Reimbursement would follow existing Indian Health Service outpatient rates, limited to one visit per day per enrollee. The coverage would begin on January 1, 2026, or after federal approval, whichever is later. This bill directly affects medical assistance enrollees seeking traditional health care through these specific tribal or urban Indian health providers.

Maddy summaryHF 2841 appropriates $800,000 from the general fund to the Department of Education for a one-time grant to Cultural Connections. The funds must create and distribute translated videos explaining Minnesota's school system to immigrant students and parents at 320 public middle and high schools, with translations into parents' first languages. The videos aim to accelerate immigrant student integration, promote parental involvement, and address achievement gaps. This is a targeted funding measure for school system outreach, not a broad policy change.

Maddy summaryHF 2831 appropriates $350,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $350,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to provide a one-time grant to Girls Rock, a nonprofit organization. The funding enables Girls Rock to offer worker training programs, job readiness services, placement support, and related administrative costs (up to 10% of funds). This grant directly supports local workers seeking employment through training and career development services provided by Girls Rock. The funds are available until June 30, 2027, with no ongoing annual funding.

Maddy summaryHF 683 allows Minnesota cities and counties to adopt ranked choice voting (RCV) for local elections, such as mayoral or city council races. It establishes rules for how RCV would work, including counting votes by voter preferences and reallocating votes when candidates are eliminated. The bill permits local jurisdictions to use electronic voting systems that automatically handle vote reallocation, and it appropriates funds for implementation. This bill directly affects local governments choosing to implement RCV and voters in those jurisdictions participating in local elections. It does not change state or federal election rules.

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 summaryHF 186 requires Minnesota's transportation department to conduct cumulative impacts analyses and alternative design studies for highway projects, incorporating community input through a new policy advisory committee. It creates a dedicated environmental justice ombudsperson position to address equity concerns and restricts highway funds from covering non-transportation uses like tourist kiosks, parades, or electric vehicle infrastructure. The bill directly affects highway planning decisions, funding allocations for the Minnesota Department of Transportation, and communities near proposed projects. Key provisions include mandating community input for project designs and clarifying eligible uses of highway funds under Minnesota Statutes.

Maddy summaryHF 2776 appropriates $300,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to All Square of Minnesota. The grant funds the organization's workforce development programs in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding correctional facilities, specifically supporting formerly incarcerated individuals and those impacted by criminal records. It covers three programs: the Restaurant and Food Truck Fellowship, Prison to Law Pipeline, and Legal Revolution Law Firm. The funding is a one-time appropriation for operational support, not a new policy. This bill directly affects All Square's ability to provide employment assistance to its target population.

Maddy summaryHF 2623 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to provide a one-time grant to Bolder Options Youth Mentoring Program. The funding supports intensive, one-on-one mentorship for disadvantaged youth aged 12-22 in the Twin Cities and Rochester, Minnesota, focusing on wellness, academic goal-setting, life skills, job training, and college/career pathways. It specifically covers programming like career coaching and connections to employment or education opportunities. The bill directs the commissioner of employment and economic development to administer the grant, with no ongoing annual funding provided.

Maddy summaryHF 2752 establishes a legal framework for peer-to-peer car sharing in Minnesota by creating the "Peer-to-Peer Car Sharing Program Act" (sections 65B.91-65B.95). The bill defines key terms like "car sharing period," "car sharing program agreement," and clarifies that peer-to-peer sharing (e.g., through apps connecting car owners with drivers) is not considered a rental or lease under Minnesota law for short-term use (under 28 days). It directly affects car owners who share vehicles via platforms, drivers using those platforms, and the platforms themselves, by exempting them from certain rental/lease regulations. The bill repeals outdated language (Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 65B.49, subdivision 5a) to finalize this distinction.

Maddy summaryHF 2479 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to provide a one-time grant to Pillsbury United Communities. The funds will support job training and workforce development services for unemployed or underemployed residents in the community. This bill directly affects Pillsbury United Communities (as the grant recipient) and the local individuals who will access these job training programs. The appropriation is limited to these two fiscal years and does not establish ongoing funding.