Rep. Jay Xiong

Maddy summaryHF 1097 appropriates $200,000 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to the nonprofit organization 30,000 Feet. The funding supports youth and community artists in developing artistic skills, creating community art projects, and producing performances centered on African American history and culture. The bill directly affects the nonprofit organization and the artists it serves through its grant program. It provides concrete financial support for specific arts initiatives without altering broader policy or regulations.

Maddy summaryHF 1113 appropriates $10 million from state bonds to fund Washington County's design and construction of a public works and environmental center. The bill authorizes the state to issue up to $10 million in bonds to cover this project, as permitted under Minnesota law. This funding directly supports Washington County's infrastructure development for public works operations and environmental services. The project will be financed through state bond proceeds, with funds allocated to the county for the facility's construction.

Maddy summaryHF 1210 allocates $2 million from Minnesota's general fund for fiscal year 2026 to provide a one-time grant to TaikoArts Midwest, a nonprofit organization. The funds will enable TaikoArts Midwest to acquire, renovate, equip, and furnish a property at 449 Front Avenue in St. Paul, creating a permanent home for the organization and a multipurpose community event space. This appropriation is specifically for facility development and must be used to complete the project within the designated timeframe. The bill directly affects TaikoArts Midwest and the St. Paul community by supporting the organization's physical infrastructure and expanding public access to community programming.

Maddy summaryHF 265, also known as "Brent's Law," requires Minnesota 911 call centers to identify mental health crisis calls and prioritize mental health crisis teams as primary responders when available. It mandates that 911 telecommunicators receive specific training or mental health staff screen calls to recognize crises, and establishes protocols for public safety answering points to comply. The bill also creates a civil lawsuit option for individuals or families harmed by violations, allowing claims for damages, attorney fees, and up to $15,000 in punitive damages for willful violations. This directly affects all Minnesota public safety answering points and the government entities operating them.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the maximum refund amount for political contributions claimed on Minnesota state income taxes. For individuals, the maximum refund rises from $75 to $100 per year, and for married couples filing jointly, it increases from $150 to $200 per year. It directly affects Minnesota taxpayers who contribute to candidates or political parties and claim these refunds on their state tax returns. The amendment updates Minnesota Statutes section 290.06, effective for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024. The bill does not change eligibility requirements or documentation rules for claiming the refund.

Maddy summaryHF 996 appropriates $450,000 from Minnesota's workforce development fund for a one-time grant to the Jobs Foundation. The funds will support the Repowered program, which provides direct job training, support services, safety enhancements, and economic assistance. This program specifically targets formerly incarcerated individuals facing employment barriers. The appropriation is limited to fiscal year 2026 and does not create ongoing funding.

Maddy summaryHF 384 appropriates $35 million from the state general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority. This one-time funding is specifically for rehabilitating, preserving, equipping, and repairing deeply affordable family housing units in Minneapolis and its affiliated entities, such as Community Housing Resources. The bill directly affects low-income residents living in Minneapolis public housing by providing resources to maintain and upgrade their homes. It does not create new programs but allocates existing state funds for immediate housing preservation efforts.

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 501 proposes a constitutional amendment to guarantee equal rights under Minnesota law and prohibit state discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sex - including pregnancy decisions, gender identity, and sexual orientation. If approved by voters in 2026, it would add a new section to the Minnesota Constitution requiring state actions to use the least restrictive means to achieve compelling government interests. The amendment would directly apply to all Minnesotans and state agencies, ensuring equal protection in all state laws and programs. It requires voter approval at the 2026 general election, with the question asking whether the state constitution should include these equal rights protections.

Maddy summaryHF 262 prohibits employers from paying people with disabilities less than the state minimum wage, effective August 1, 2025 for new hires and August 1, 2027 for all current employees, ending the use of federal or state special certificates that allow subminimum wages. It requires providers of home and community-based services to report data on individuals currently paid subminimum wages by August 1, 2027, including personal details and employment metrics. The bill appropriates $38,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $75,000 in fiscal year 2027 to enhance the MnCHOICES system with employment-related resources. These changes directly affect employers, service providers, and people with disabilities working in supported employment programs across Minnesota.