Sen. Liz Boldon

Maddy summarySF 2087 prohibits landlords in Minnesota from using tenant screening software that relies on nonpublic competitor data (like actual rent prices or occupancy rates from other landlords) to set rental rates. It also bans screening tools that disproportionately affect protected classes (such as race or gender) under Minnesota’s fair housing laws. The bill amends state law to make landlords liable for violations, allowing tenants to seek $1,000 or actual damages plus legal fees. It applies to all residential rental units and takes effect August 1, 2025. This directly affects landlords, property management companies, and the tenant screening software industry operating in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a legal process for terminally ill Minnesota adults with a six-month prognosis to request medication for medical aid in dying. It requires two medical evaluations (by an attending provider and a consulting provider), a mental health assessment by a licensed professional to confirm decision-making capacity, and mandates that the medication be self-administered. The law applies to qualified individuals meeting specific medical criteria, with providers following standard medical practices while offering this option. It includes criminal penalties for violations and requires data reporting to the state.

Maddy summarySF 832 establishes a new licensure for certified midwives in Minnesota and expands Medicaid coverage to include their services. The bill creates specific definitions for "licensed certified midwives" and outlines their scope of practice, including prenatal care, childbirth, postpartum support, and gynecological care. It requires midwives to hold national certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board and be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. This law directly affects certified midwives seeking to practice legally and low-income patients receiving Medicaid-covered midwifery care.

Maddy summarySF 3227 modifies Minnesota's social work licensing law (Minnesota Statutes 148E.065, subd. 1) to clarify which licensed professionals can perform social work-related functions without being licensed as social workers. It explicitly lists exemptions for professions like physicians, nurses, psychologists, clergy, attorneys, school counselors, and licensed counselors, allowing them to perform their duties without a social work license. However, the bill prohibits these professionals from using titles or descriptions implying they are social workers or licensed in social work, and clarifies that having a social work bachelor's degree does not make someone a social worker. The change ensures these professionals can work within their licensed scope without misrepresenting their credentials to the public.

Maddy summaryThis bill limits health insurers and third-party administrators to a six-month window to adjust or recoup payments to healthcare providers after a claim is paid, except for fraud, duplicate claims, or coordination of benefits cases (which get a 12-month limit). It requires insurers to provide healthcare providers with a written statement detailing the reason for any adjustment related to coordination of benefits, including the responsible entity's name and address. Providers affected by such adjustments gain 180 days to dispute the recoupment. The law directly impacts health plan companies, third-party administrators, and healthcare providers handling insurance claims in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding resolution passed by the Minnesota State Senate. It urges Congress to reject any federal proposals that would reduce Medicare or Social Security benefits, citing concerns about impacts on Minnesota seniors (over 1 million residents), disabled individuals, and veterans. The resolution specifically condemns actions that would diminish these programs and directs the Secretary of State to send it to congressional leaders. It does not create new law or alter program benefits, but formally expresses the Senate's support for maintaining these programs' current strength.

Maddy summarySF 905 requires political committees, parties, and other groups spending over $10,000 in an election cycle to disclose the original source of campaign funds. It defines "covered entities" as organizations meeting this spending threshold and mandates they track and report the identity of individuals or businesses providing "personal funds" (like salary or investments) or "business income" used for campaign spending. Covered entities must maintain detailed records of fund origins and submit this information to the state election board, which will post it publicly on a dedicated website. This bill amends Minnesota campaign finance laws to increase transparency about the ultimate donors behind campaign spending, excluding individual candidates using only their own funds and small entities receiving under $5,000 from any single donor.

Maddy summarySF 1402 establishes new rate adjustments for physician and professional services under Minnesota's medical assistance program (Medicaid). It increases reimbursement rates for certain residential services and requires a statewide standard reimbursement rate for behavioral health home services. The bill modifies multiple statutes (including 256.969 and 256B.0757) to adjust hospital payment methodologies while maintaining budget neutrality - ensuring total payments to providers remain stable. These changes directly affect hospitals, physicians, and behavioral health providers serving Medicaid patients across Minnesota.

Maddy summarySF 1162 appropriates $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026 and $1.5 million for fiscal year 2027 from the state general fund to Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis. The funds will support its existing homeless elders program, which assists homeless, isolated, and low-income older adults in securing stable housing. The bill directly affects the nonprofit organization and the vulnerable seniors it serves in the Twin Cities area. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements beyond the specified monetary support.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's requirements for manufactured home park owners who receive unsolicited offers to sell their park. It mandates that owners must mail a specific notice to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency and all park resident households. The notice must include the price range and key terms of the offer, allow resident representatives or nonprofits to submit counteroffers, and provide a monitored contact point for inquiries. Park owners aren't required to sell to resident groups but must follow these notice procedures, and the housing agency must share the notice with registered resident representatives and nonprofits within five days.