Sen. Liz Boldon

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $10 million in bond proceeds to acquire private lands within existing Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. The funds will be used to purchase property from willing sellers for creating new parks or expanding current ones, as defined in Minnesota law. The state will sell up to $10 million in bonds under established procedures to fund these land acquisitions. It directly affects landowners within designated park boundaries and the state's natural resources management system.

Maddy summarySF 3525 is a symbolic resolution (not a binding law) introduced by Minnesota Senate authors condemning federal executive orders related to immigration. It expresses Minnesota's commitment to welcoming immigrants and refugees, citing the state's history and current immigrant population, and formally opposes policies targeting immigrants. The resolution urges the president to halt these policies, calls on Minnesota's federal representatives to oppose them, and requests Congress to support immigration reform and repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. As a resolution, it has no legal effect but serves as a formal statement of legislative position.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SF 1812) updates election filing deadlines and financial disclosure requirements in Minnesota, but its title misleadingly references "bribery and solicitation prohibitions" - the actual text contains no such provisions. It modifies: (1) deadlines for public officials to file economic interest statements (e.g., 60 days for most roles), (2) candidate filing periods for municipal elections (e.g., 70-56 days before March elections), and (3) required details in campaign finance reports (e.g., vendor spending over $100). These changes directly affect candidates, elected officials, and campaign committees who must file financial disclosures. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026, and focuses solely on procedural election administration.

Maddy summarySF 3513 proposes a constitutional amendment to establish an Independent Redistricting Commission in Minnesota, replacing the legislature's current role in drawing congressional and state legislative district boundaries. The bill would create a 7-member commission selected through a nonpartisan process (including a Review Panel for applicant screening), requiring districts to follow specific fairness principles like population equality and geographic continuity. This directly affects all Minnesota residents by changing how voting districts are drawn, aiming to reduce partisan influence in redistricting. The amendment also prohibits legislators from working as lobbyists for one year after leaving office and adds new constitutional sections governing the commission's structure and redistricting standards.

Maddy summarySF 3496 appropriates $410,300 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to the Minnesota Department of Health. This funding supports the city of Minneapolis in expanding its Produce Rx pilot program to ten federally qualified health centers and school-based clinics in Hennepin and Olmsted Counties. The program provides prescriptions for fresh produce to patients at these clinics, aiming to improve nutrition and health outcomes. The bill establishes a base appropriation of $410,300 for fiscal years 2028-2030, with no funding allocated for 2031.

Maddy summarySF 3509, the "Larry R. Hill Medical Reform Act," mandates specific medical and mental health care policies for all licensed correctional facilities in Minnesota, directly affecting incarcerated individuals and facility operators. It adds 17 new requirements to facility licensing standards, including suicide prevention plans, timely medication verification, discharge planning with prescribed medications, mental health screening, and policies for transfers to outside medical care. The commissioner of corrections will inspect facilities biennially to ensure compliance with these new standards, which cover areas like substance use disorder treatment, telehealth use, staff training, and death reviews. Facilities must report all deaths within 24 hours and share relevant data for reviews. This bill updates existing licensing rules to improve healthcare outcomes for people in custody.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 24 is a formal commendation honoring Hillary Grodevant for receiving the 2025 Star of Life Award from the Minnesota Ambulance Association. The resolution recognizes her long-standing career in emergency medical services, including her work as a paramedic and supervisor with Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to officially transmit a copy of the resolution to Grodevant as a gesture of appreciation for her contributions to the field.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates Tricia Riggott for receiving the 2025 Star of Life Award from the Minnesota Ambulance Association. The document highlights her distinguished career as a critical care paramedic and flight paramedic, noting her dedication to emergency medical services and her community life as a mother and grandmother. By passing this resolution, the Senate officially recognizes her exemplary service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a certified copy of the award to her. This measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes policy or affects public funding.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the Civic League Day Nursery for its 95th anniversary as Minnesota's longest-running nonprofit child care center. The bill extends official congratulations and gratitude to the organization for its decades of service to families in the Rochester area. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an authenticated copy of the resolution and send it to the nursery as a formal tribute. This measure is a ceremonial recognition that does not change any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates Steven Strom of Albert Lea for receiving the 2025 Star of Life Award from the Minnesota Ambulance Association. The bill recognizes Strom as an emergency medical technician who demonstrated exceptional care and empathy while working for Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service. It highlights specific instances of his dedication, such as reuniting a patient with their spouse during critical moments, and notes his family's tradition of public service. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an official copy of the document and send it to Strom as a record of this honor.