Rep. Samakab Hussein

Maddy summaryHF 114 appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to provide grants to all 95 Minnesota county agricultural societies. The funds must be distributed equally to each county fair to enhance arts access, education, and the preservation of Minnesota's agricultural, historical, and cultural heritage. This grant program operates in addition to existing funding under Minnesota Statutes section 38.02. The commissioner of agriculture will develop grant criteria and seek public input to guide funding for projects supporting these goals.

Maddy summaryHF 577 appropriates $6 million in state bond funds to Lake of the Woods County for new law enforcement and government facilities. The funds will cover designing, building, and equipping these facilities, including expanded mental health and emergency operations spaces, while improving accessibility, energy efficiency, safety, and security. The state will issue bonds up to $6 million to cover this appropriation, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. This bill directly affects Lake of the Woods County government by providing capital funding for public safety infrastructure.

Maddy summaryHF 141 modifies Minnesota's sustainable building guidelines to require state agencies to comply with these standards during the predesign phase for all new state buildings and major renovations. It directly affects state agencies planning construction or major renovations (defined as projects over 10,000 sq. ft. or involving mechanical system replacement). The bill adds specific requirements for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving indoor air quality, conserving water, and enhancing climate resilience into the guidelines, while mandating a report and appropriating funds for implementation. These changes apply to all state-funded projects after specified dates, ensuring sustainability is integrated early in the planning process.

Maddy summaryHF 118 appropriates $65,000 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund for the Minnesota State Band during fiscal year 2026. The funding is specifically designated to support the band's public performances across the state. This bill directly affects the Minnesota State Band by providing them with dedicated funding for their community engagement activities. It does not change existing laws or create new requirements, but rather allocates existing state funds for a specific purpose. The appropriation is limited to $65,000 for the stated purpose of public performances.

Maddy summaryHF 116 appropriates $250,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $250,000 for fiscal year 2027 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to (Neo)Muralismos de Mexico. The funds will directly support expanding arts programming that celebrates Latino cultural heritage through workshops, artist support, and capacity building. Key provisions include providing professional development, networking opportunities, and presentation platforms for Latino artists and cultural organizations. This bill specifically targets funding for a single organization to strengthen community arts initiatives focused on Latino cultural expression.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HF 139) increases annual cost-of-living adjustments for retirees in Minnesota's Public Employees Police and Fire Retirement Plan and State Patrol Retirement Plan. It raises the standard adjustment from 1% to up to 1.5% annually (based on federal Social Security COLA), and shortens the required waiting period from 36 months to 12 months for full benefits. Retirees receiving benefits for less than 12 months will now get a pro-rated increase based on months served. The changes take effect for adjustments starting January 1, 2026, and apply automatically unless retirees opt out in writing.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $500,000 from the workforce development fund for fiscal year 2026, and $500,000 from that fund plus $500,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2027 - totaling $1.5 million in one-time funding - to the Hmong American Partnership. The funds are designated for job training, employment services, business development, technology support, financial services, and empowerment programs. The bill directly affects the Hmong American Partnership organization in Minnesota, which will use the grant to support economic opportunities for Hmong American communities.

Maddy summaryHF 117 appropriates $300,000 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to the Walker West Music Academy for specific programs. The funding supports 12 free concerts, youth and adult music education classes, professional development for music educators, and community choir initiatives. This direct allocation affects the Walker West Music Academy and the local community it serves through these arts and education programs. The bill establishes a concrete funding mechanism for these services in fiscal year 2026.

Maddy summaryHF 108 appropriates $2.5 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $2.5 million for fiscal year 2027 to provide grants to Ujamaa Place. The funds are designated to support workforce development services specifically targeting African American men, including job training, employment preparation, internships, education, and vocational housing. The bill also allocates resources for Ujamaa Place's organizational capacity building. This legislation directly affects Ujamaa Place as the recipient organization and the African American men in Minnesota who will receive these targeted workforce services.

Maddy summaryHF 109 allocates $2 million for fiscal year 2026 and $2 million for fiscal year 2027 from the state general fund to Propel Nonprofits. The funds will support grants for community-based organizations in Minnesota, specifically for capacity building, technical assistance, training, and strategic consulting. Up to 10% of the total amount may cover Propel Nonprofits' administrative costs. This is a one-time appropriation, not an ongoing funding source, directly benefiting local community organizations through Propel's grant program.