Rep. Samakab Hussein

Maddy summaryHF 2013 limits certain local regulations on residential development in Minnesota. It prohibits municipalities from requiring specific building materials, designs, or aesthetic features beyond the State Building Code (chapter 326B), and bans minimum square footage requirements for residential projects. The bill directly affects developers and homeowners seeking building permits, as local governments can no longer impose these specific restrictions. It includes an exception for developments built by the municipality itself. The law takes effect the day after final enactment.

Maddy summaryHF 161 allows Minnesota cities to establish land-value taxation districts, where property taxes are calculated primarily based on land value (excluding improvements) rather than total property value. This directly affects property owners within designated districts, as their tax burden would shift toward land value. Cities must adopt an ordinance describing the district boundaries, tax reallocation method (using uniform rates on land value or similar measures), and conduct public hearings with advance notice. The law requires cities to evaluate long-term economic impacts for at least 15 years and takes effect for 2026 property taxes.

Maddy summaryHF 1679 allocates $5 million for fiscal year 2026 and $5 million for fiscal year 2027 from the state's arts and cultural heritage fund to support public television. The funding is specifically designated for the Minnesota Public Television Association (MPTA) to provide production and acquisition grants for public television programming. This bill directly affects MPTA's ability to fund local and national content for Minnesota viewers through existing state law. The funding mechanism provides stable, multi-year support for public broadcasting services.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates funds from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to establish a cultural mall in Moorhead. The money would be granted to the Immigrant Development Center (a nonprofit organization) to acquire, renovate, and upgrade property for this purpose. The project aims to preserve and enhance arts and cultural heritage for diverse Minnesota communities. The bill directly affects Moorhead residents and the Immigrant Development Center by providing funding for a new community cultural space.

Maddy summaryHF 1309 prohibits Minnesota local governments (cities and counties) from requiring minimum parking spaces for new residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. The bill directly affects developers and property owners by removing a common zoning requirement that previously mandated a set number of parking spots. Key provisions state that political subdivisions cannot impose these minimums, though they may still require ADA-compliant disability parking or make non-binding parking space recommendations. This change aims to increase flexibility for development projects, potentially allowing more housing or commercial space without dedicated parking.

Maddy summaryHF 3064 appropriates $20 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. This one-time grant is specifically for the St. Paul public housing agency and its affiliate, Capital City Affordable Housing. The funds must be used to rehabilitate, preserve, equip, and repair deeply affordable single-family homes and duplex units. The bill directly affects low-income housing residents in St. Paul by providing targeted funding for maintenance and upgrades.

Maddy summaryHF 3061 provides $4.8 million in state funding for economic development in the St. Paul Midway area. It allocates $4 million to the African Development Center for small business real estate loans ($2M), loan loss reserves ($910K), and organizational capacity ($1.09M). An additional $500,000 supports social benefit corporations expanding from 15 to 30 employees through wage subsidies, training, and retention programs. A final $300,000 targets African immigrant-owned small businesses in the Midway area for job creation, requiring grantees to report on new hires and economic impact within one year. All funds are one-time appropriations for fiscal year 2026, available through June 2027.

Maddy summaryHF 3073 appropriates $2.5 million from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund for Isuroon, a nonprofit serving ethnic women. The funding supports specific programs including annual arts celebrations, public art exhibitions, culturally tailored workshops, and wellness initiatives designed to connect ethnic women through cultural expression and community. These programs must be completed by June 30, 2027, and directly benefit ethnic women and girls in Minnesota through arts, cultural preservation, and mental wellness activities. The bill does not create new laws but allocates existing state funds for targeted community programs.

Maddy summaryHF 3063 appropriates $700,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $700,000 for fiscal year 2027 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund. The funds are directed to the Minnesota Humanities Center Board, which will grant them to the nonprofit organization People in Action. This funding supports statewide Somali-based collaborative programs focused on arts education, workshops, mentorship, community presentations, and engagement events across Minnesota. The bill directly affects People in Action and the Somali communities participating in these culturally specific initiatives.

Maddy summaryHF 1511 appropriates $5 million from the state general fund for a veteran mentorship program targeting Black youth in Minnesota. The bill directs the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs to fund an organization that will develop and run the program, where veterans mentor Black youth to prevent violence and explore military careers. The funds are allocated specifically: $1.5 million for veteran mentor salaries, $2 million for community outreach, $1 million for youth engagement, and $500,000 for program administration. This is a one-time appropriation for fiscal year 2026, directly affecting Black youth in Minnesota through mentorship and career exploration opportunities.