Sen. Liz Boldon

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's sales and use tax exemption for data centers by creating a new category for "qualified large-scale data centers." It directly affects businesses constructing or refurbishing data center facilities in the state that meet specific size and investment thresholds. The key provision establishes that facilities with at least 25,000 square feet and a total investment of $250 million in construction, equipment, and software within 60 months will qualify for tax exemptions on enterprise information technology equipment and computer software purchases. The bill also adds a new statutory definition for "enterprise information technology equipment" to clarify what items are covered under the exemption. These changes are scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026, and aim to provide tax relief for large-scale data center development while maintaining existing exemptions for smaller facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover home care nursing services without imposing quantity limits on the number of visits or hours provided. It directly affects individuals enrolled in health plans who also receive medical assistance, ensuring they have access to ongoing nursing care without arbitrary caps on coverage. The legislation defines home care nursing services as continuous, medically necessary care provided by licensed nurses for patients with complex medical needs that cannot be met through episodic visits. While the bill removes quantity restrictions, it maintains other standard insurance requirements like prior authorization and cost-sharing, and mandates that plans clearly label these services in their coverage documents. The changes will take effect in 2026, with specific provisions becoming active at different times throughout that year.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $5 million from the state's general fund to Our Saviour's Community Services, a nonprofit organization in Minneapolis, to support the design, construction, and renovation of their facilities. The funding will be used to build a new multiuse structure containing 40 permanent supportive housing units, establish an English learning center for immigrant adults, create staff offices, and install a geothermal heating system. This one-time appropriation is designated for fiscal year 2027 and will be released to the commissioner of employment and economic development for distribution to the organization. The funds remain available until the project is completed or abandoned, subject to existing state statutes governing such appropriations.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows public colleges and universities in Minnesota to create policies that prohibit visitors from carrying firearms on campus property. Under the new rules, anyone who brings a firearm onto campus against these policies can be asked to leave, and refusing to comply would result in a petty misdemeanor charge with a fine of up to $25 for a first offense. The law also clarifies that firearms carried in violation of these campus policies cannot be confiscated by authorities. Additionally, the bill maintains that employers and institutions cannot ban firearms in parking lots or parking areas, even if they restrict them elsewhere on campus.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires certain online platforms operating in Minnesota to disclose how their algorithmic systems rank and recommend content to users. It applies to businesses that use automated systems to determine what users see based on personal data, excluding simple search queries or device settings. The legislation mandates design transparency by allowing users to opt out of algorithmic recommendations and choose alternative ways to interact with the platform. Covered platforms must also provide information about how they measure user engagement and long-term value, while the state commissioner of commerce is authorized to create additional rules for implementation. Civil penalties are established for non-compliance with these transparency and user choice requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's hospital reimbursement rules for biological products used in cell or gene therapy to treat rare diseases. It requires hospitals to receive separate payment for these biological products when provided during inpatient stays, but only if the drug manufacturer agrees to a value-based arrangement with the state commissioner. The reimbursement rate must equal the actual cost the hospital pays to acquire the biological product, and the commissioner must establish this rate using the same method applied to outpatient drug reimbursements. The changes take effect on July 1, 2025, once federal approval is obtained for the required documentation.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires individuals who earn income from Minnesota sources while participating in immigration enforcement activities or providing material support to such activities to file Minnesota income tax returns, regardless of their usual filing requirements. The provision applies to both Minnesota residents and nonresidents who meet this specific condition and would otherwise be exempt from filing based on their income levels. The law amends existing Minnesota tax statutes to add this new requirement, which will take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a one-time emergency rental assistance fund for counties and Tribal governments in Minnesota to help low-income households facing financial hardship after August 31, 2025. The program provides financial support for up to two months of prospective rent and utilities, as well as past-due rent and utility bills, with a maximum cap of five times the median rent per household. Funds are distributed to counties based on population and to Tribal governments equally, with priority given to households including minors, and unspent money must be returned to the state within a specified timeframe.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies pharmacy license and registration procedures in Minnesota, affecting pharmacies and pharmacy professionals who need to renew licenses, relocate, change ownership, or alter their business structure. It requires new applications and specific fees for these changes, with reduced fees available if applications are submitted within 90 days of expiration. The legislation also updates inspection requirements for pharmacy licensure and establishes new fee structures, while repealing an existing statute and Minnesota Rules sections related to pharmacy administration.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows restaurants and breweries in Minnesota to create designated dog parks on their property. The legislation amends state law to explicitly permit these establishments to establish areas where dogs can be off-leash. It requires clear signage outlining rules such as prohibiting employees from touching dogs, preventing dogs from contacting food service items, and mandating immediate cleanup of dog waste. Patrons must keep dogs on leashes except within the designated dog park areas, and dogs cannot be allowed on furniture or tables. The bill gives local governments authority to set additional regulations for health, safety, and public welfare.