Rep. Samakab Hussein

Maddy summaryHF 2124 appropriates $1 million for fiscal year 2026 and $1 million for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office. The grant funds security services at cultural events in Ramsey County and enables peace officers to participate in culturally informed community engagement activities. This is a one-time appropriation specifically for event safety and community outreach, not for general law enforcement operations. The bill directly affects Ramsey County residents attending cultural events and the Sheriff's Office in delivering these targeted services.

Maddy summaryHF 2144 appropriates unspecified funds from the general fund for the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program under Minnesota Statutes § 462A.204, for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The bill directly affects families in Minnesota at risk of homelessness by providing funding for prevention and assistance services. Key provisions include directing the Housing Finance Agency to administer the program using these allocated funds. This is a funding bill with no new policy requirements, solely authorizing budget resources for an existing state program.

Maddy summaryHF 119 allocates $150,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $150,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to support the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota. The funding covers museum programming, library services, and educational classes focused on Hmong Minnesotan history, culture, and folk arts. This directly benefits the Hmong community by preserving and sharing their heritage through public outreach. The Minnesota Humanities Center will administer these grants to the cultural center.

Maddy summaryHF 1019 appropriates $2.35 million from the arts and cultural heritage fund for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to Minnesota Public Radio, Inc. (MPR). The funding requires MPR to create original programming and digital content, partner with artists and cultural groups statewide, increase representation of communities of color and Indigenous communities in its broadcasts, and preserve Minnesota's historical audio archives. This bill directly affects MPR's operations and programming, with the goal of expanding arts access and cultural storytelling across Minnesota. The appropriation is a direct funding mechanism for MPR's existing services, not a new program.

Maddy summaryHF 1313 allows Minnesota counties, cities, and towns to prohibit or restrict the possession of dangerous weapons, ammunition, or explosives in their owned or leased buildings and land. Local governments must post specific, conspicuous signage meeting size and placement requirements (e.g., 2-inch black text on contrasting background). Exceptions include law enforcement officers on duty and individuals with written permission from the local government. Violating these restrictions would be a misdemeanor, effective August 1, 2025. The bill directly affects people entering local government properties and gives governing bodies authority to set these rules.

Maddy summaryHF 1907 appropriates $3 million for fiscal year 2026 and $3 million for fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund to Youthprise. The funds must support economic development services aimed at improving long-term economic self-sufficiency in Minnesota communities with concentrated populations from the African diaspora. At least 50% of the money must be used for subgrants to organizations serving areas outside the seven-county metropolitan region. This is a one-time funding allocation, not an ongoing appropriation.

Maddy summaryHF 1761 appropriates $2 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to fund the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota, Inc., a nonprofit organization, for predesign, construction, and equipping a facility in St. Paul. The funds will directly support the development of a physical space dedicated to celebrating Hmong culture and promoting cross-cultural awareness through programming. This one-time appropriation is specifically for building-related costs and must be used in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 16A.642. The bill affects the Hmong Cultural Center nonprofit organization and the broader St. Paul community by enabling a dedicated cultural facility.

Maddy summaryHF 1762 proposes adding a new constitutional amendment to Minnesota's state constitution. If approved by voters, it would guarantee all persons equal rights under state law and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sex - including protections for pregnancy decisions, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation. The amendment would apply to all state actions and agencies, requiring any discriminatory state action to be the "least restrictive means" of achieving a "compelling governmental interest." The proposed amendment must be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election, with implementation starting January 1, 2027, if ratified.

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 1742 establishes a three-year pilot program to certify direct support professionals who assist Minnesotans with disabilities or older adults with daily living needs. The bill requires a 80-hour training curriculum (over 8 weeks) meeting state standards, provides scholarships with a $20/hour work stipend, and creates a "certified direct support professional" credential. Providers using certified workers in covered programs (like community-based services for people with disabilities) would receive an enhanced payment rate of 118.75% of the standard medical assistance rate, pending federal approval. The pilot will be evaluated to assess workforce impact, economic benefits in Anoka and Dakota Counties, and potential for statewide expansion.