Sen. Andrew Lang

Maddy summaryThis bill temporarily halts modifications to Minnesota's public waters inventory (a state list of water bodies like lakes and rivers) until July 1, 2027. It directly affects the commissioner of natural resources, who cannot update the inventory during this period. The bill requires the commissioner to submit a detailed report by January 15, 2027, outlining how future modifications should include local government input and public comment. The report must be developed with input from counties, cities, and other local stakeholders to improve the process. This is a temporary freeze focused on procedural reforms, not a permanent policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands background checks for noncitizen applicants seeking a permit to carry a firearm in Minnesota. It requires noncitizen applicants to provide their country of birth and alien number or admission number on their application (added to Minnesota Statutes §624.714, subd. 3, cl. 7). Sheriffs must also perform an Immigration Alien Query (IAQ) check on noncitizen applicants, in addition to standard criminal record checks. The policy directly affects noncitizen residents applying for firearm permits, requiring them to disclose immigration status details during the background check process.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $10 million from state bond proceeds to fund grants for rural airports in Minnesota that don't qualify for federal funding and aren't included in the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems. The funds will be distributed by the state transportation commissioner to local governments owning these eligible airports. The state will issue up to $10 million in bonds under existing state bond laws to finance this program. The program becomes effective the day after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summarySF 346 appropriates $4 million from state bond proceeds to fund infrastructure upgrades in Raymond, Minnesota. The bill directly affects the city of Raymond by providing funds for the design, construction, and equipment of replacing aging water distribution systems, storm sewers, and city streets. Key mechanisms include authorizing the state to sell bonds up to $4 million under Minnesota law and directing the Public Facilities Authority to administer the grant to Raymond. This is a concrete funding measure for physical infrastructure repairs, not a procedural or commemorative act.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands special permit eligibility for vehicles hauling construction materials on Minnesota roads. It allows six-axle vehicles to carry up to 90,000 pounds (or 99,000 pounds during specified periods) for a $300 annual fee, and seven-axle vehicles to carry up to 97,000 pounds (or 99,000 pounds during specified periods) for a $500 annual fee. The permit applies to materials like aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and recycled road materials as defined in the bill. It directly affects construction companies and contractors transporting these materials. The changes take effect August 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SF 356) increases the reemployment earnings limit for public safety officers (police, firefighters, paramedics) receiving disability benefits under Minnesota's public employee retirement plan. It amends Minnesota Statutes § 353.656, subdivision 4, raising the threshold at which disability benefits are reduced when recipients work part-time. Specifically, the limit is set at 150% of the base monthly salary for similar positions with their employer, meaning officers can earn more before benefits are adjusted. This change directly affects current disability benefit recipients who return to partial work, providing greater financial flexibility.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.5 million from the general fund for a one-time study of three intersections on Trunk Highway 23 in Rockville. The study will evaluate whether underpasses, overpasses, or tunnels would best improve safety at the intersections of Highway 23 with Stearns County Highways 47 and 82, and County Road 140. The bill explicitly prohibits considering J-turns as an option during the study. The funding is for fiscal year 2026 and directly affects transportation planning in Rockville.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $9 million from state bond proceeds to fund hangar construction at Minnesota airports. The funds will be deposited into a dedicated revolving account managed by the commissioner of transportation, as authorized under Minnesota law. The state will issue bonds up to $9 million to cover this appropriation, following standard bond issuance procedures for capital projects. This is a funding mechanism for infrastructure, not a policy change affecting specific groups or services.

Maddy summarySF 354 would create a new special license plate for Minnesota veterans who received the National Defense Medal. This plate would be added to Minnesota's existing veterans' plate program, requiring applicants to provide proof of the medal. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 168.123 to include this new category, following the same application process as other veterans' plates (including fee payment and verification of service). It directly affects eligible Minnesota veterans who served with the National Defense Medal, without changing existing requirements for other veteran plate types.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.62 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to improve two intersections on Trunk Highway 23 in Rockville. The funds will pay for constructing acceleration lanes, right turn lanes, and turn buffers in both directions at the intersections with Stearns County Highway 47 and the junction of Stearns County Road 140 with Stearns County State-Aid Highway 82. The funding covers all project costs including design, engineering, and construction. This is a one-time appropriation directly affecting drivers and traffic flow at these specific Rockville intersections.