Sen. Rich Draheim

Maddy summarySF 3647 requires Minnesota state agencies to conduct a preaward risk assessment before issuing grants of $50,000 or more. It mandates agencies to review an applicant's financial history, tax documents (for businesses), nonprofit filings (like Form 990), organizational standing, and criminal background checks for key personnel. The bill directly affects organizations applying for significant grants by requiring them to provide specific financial and operational documentation upfront. Agencies cannot award a grant if the applicant cannot supply all required information. This policy change aims to ensure grant recipients have the financial capacity and compliance history to fulfill grant obligations.

Maddy summarySF 3649 modifies funding for Minnesota's Rural Cancer Institute pilot program. It prioritizes Minnesota clinicians and students for the program, allowing limited participation by out-of-state clinicians only if recommended by a Minnesota oncologist and care is provided in Minnesota. The bill also extends the deadline for spending fiscal years 2026-2027 funds from June 30, 2027, to June 30, 2028. This directly affects the Rural Cancer Institute's operations and its ability to recruit healthcare providers within Minnesota. The changes are procedural, focusing on funding availability and participant eligibility.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's medication repository program rules for donating and distributing unused medications. It requires donated drugs to have at least six months until expiration (with limited exceptions for high-demand items), must be in original sealed packaging, and cannot be controlled substances. Repositories must verify donor information, maintain detailed inventories, and prioritize donated drugs over purchased ones when filling prescriptions. The changes directly affect pharmacies, hospitals, and other donors participating in the program, while ensuring patients receive safe, eligible medications through the repository system.

Maddy summaryHF 1346 modifies the training requirements for mandatory reporters, such as teachers, healthcare workers, and social workers, who are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect. The bill updates current training standards to better equip these professionals with necessary knowledge and procedures. This change directly affects individuals in these roles who must complete the mandated training. The law became effective on August 1, 2025, following its approval by the governor on April 30, 2025.

Maddy summarySF 25 proposes a constitutional amendment to establish term limits for state legislators and executive officers. It would directly affect current and future state lawmakers and executive branch officials by restricting how many terms they can serve. The key mechanism is adding specific term limit provisions to the state constitution, though the bill does not specify exact term counts. This is a substantive policy change to alter the structure of state government service, not a procedural measure.

Maddy summarySF 27 would remove an existing ban on artists' paints containing cadmium. This change directly affects professional artists and art supply manufacturers who currently cannot legally use or sell cadmium-based paints. The bill's key mechanism is simply repealing the current prohibition, eliminating a regulatory restriction without adding new requirements or funding. It is a procedural change focused solely on removing a specific product restriction from the law.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SF 26) requires that data collected by portable recording systems (such as body cameras) used by certain elected officials be made publicly accessible. It directly affects elected officials who utilize such recording devices during official duties. The key provision authorizes the release of this recording data to the public upon request, promoting transparency in their activities. The bill focuses on enabling public access to the recorded data without specifying additional requirements or restrictions for officials.

Maddy summarySF 1525 would exempt reported tip income from Minnesota's individual income tax and tax withholding requirements. The bill amends tax statutes to define "tips" as amounts reported to employers under federal IRS rules (sections 6053(a) or 3121(q) of the Internal Revenue Code), excluding this income from taxable wages. This directly affects tipped workers (like servers or baristas) who report tips to their employers. The exemption applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, meaning tips reported to employers would no longer be subject to state income tax withholding or inclusion in taxable income.

Maddy summarySF 1527, the Minnesota Elections Integrity Act, requires voters to present photo ID to register and vote, creates a state-issued voter identification card, and establishes provisional ballots for those without ID. It directly affects Minnesota voters, election workers, and individuals acting as agents for absentee voters or providing assistance at polling places. Key provisions include mandating photo ID at registration and polling locations, prohibiting certain voter registration activities, increasing penalties for violations, and appropriating funds for implementation. The bill amends multiple election statutes and takes effect on June 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's rules for Medicare supplemental insurance (Medigap) policies sold in the state. It prohibits insurers from denying coverage, charging more, or imposing waiting periods for preexisting health conditions during specific enrollment periods. Specifically, it requires that Medigap policies cannot limit coverage for preexisting conditions for applicants who enroll within six months of initially signing up for Medicare Part B or during open enrollment. The bill also ensures that if a policyholder temporarily loses eligibility for medical assistance (like Medicaid), their Medigap coverage automatically reinstates without new waiting periods or reduced benefits.