Sen. Jeremy Miller

Maddy summarySF 1134 appropriates $44 million in state bond proceeds to fund Minnesota's Port Development Assistance Program under Chapter 457A of state law. The bill authorizes the state to sell up to $44 million in bonds to provide grants for port infrastructure improvements. These grants must be used for publicly owned port projects, such as docks or equipment, and are administered by the commissioner of transportation. The program directly supports Minnesota ports seeking to develop or upgrade facilities for economic growth. The funds are sourced through state bond sales, not general revenue.

Maddy summaryMinnesota Senate File 1213 requires Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MN State) to either locate retirement accounts (IRAP) for specific former Winona State University employees or pay them $25,000. It applies to individuals employed at Winona State from 1991-1996 who provided pay stubs showing payroll deductions for IRAP contributions between 1991-1994. MN State must locate the accounts or make the $25,000 payment within 60 days of the bill's effective date. The bill addresses missing retirement accounts for this defined group of former employees.

Maddy summarySF 1061 appropriates $5 million from the general fund to Explore Minnesota for a grant to Minnesota Sports and Events. This funding covers costs related to hosting the World Junior Hockey Championships in Minnesota during December 2025 and January 2026. The money must be spent by June 30, 2027. The bill directly affects Minnesota Sports and Events, which will manage the event costs using this state grant.

Maddy summarySF 1058 repeals a fee on delivery services (the retail delivery fee) and changes how transportation-related tax revenues are distributed in Minnesota. The bill establishes a "transportation advancement account" and specifies new funding allocations: 36% to metropolitan counties, 28% to county highway funds, 23% to larger cities, 34% to small cities, 15% to town roads, and 1% to a food delivery support account. These changes affect local governments receiving transportation funds and the state Revenue Department, which administers tax collections. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates funds from Minnesota's Clean Water Fund to create a new southeast regional initiative focused on protecting groundwater and improving soil health. It directly affects soil and water conservation districts in 11 southeast counties (Dodge, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Rice, Steele, Wabasha, Winona), providing grants to support specific projects. Key provisions include funding for cover crop programs, alternative crops, and pasture enhancements to reduce fertilizer leaching into groundwater, immobilize excess nitrogen, and prevent soil erosion. The initiative allows conservation districts to make subgrants for projects aligned with the Olmsted County program.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state to issue up to $8.5 million in bonds to fund improvements at the City of Winona's wastewater treatment facility. The funds will cover predesign, design, construction, and equipment upgrades for the existing facility. The money comes from the bond proceeds fund, with the Public Facilities Authority administering the grant to the city. This directly affects Winona residents and the city's infrastructure, as the facility serves local wastewater needs. The bill creates a specific funding mechanism through state bonds rather than general appropriations.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 5 formally recognizes specific Minnesota Senate employees who have completed 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 years of dedicated service. The resolution lists the names of these individuals and directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an official copy of the document for public display. Additionally, it authorizes a ceremony in the Senate Chamber on January 27, 2025, to honor their contributions to the state government.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.25 million from the clean water fund for fiscal year 2026 to repair earthen dams and flood protection structures in Fillmore, Goodhue, Houston, Wabasha, and Winona Counties. The funds must be distributed equally to these counties for cleaning out and reestablishing the dams, with no portion allowed for administrative costs. By October 1, 2026, each county must submit a report to legislative committees detailing how the grant was used. The bill focuses solely on funding and reporting requirements for specific infrastructure maintenance.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.2 million from the general fund for the resurfacing of Trunk Highway 74 in Winona County. It specifically funds work from north of Elba to Winona County State-Aid Highway 30, including design, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, and construction. The funding is a one-time allocation for fiscal year 2026, available until June 30, 2028, and allows the use of Otta seal, double Otta seal, or double chip seal for the project. The bill directly affects the maintenance and condition of this specific highway segment in Winona County.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes the dedicated service of specific Minnesota Senate employees who have worked for at least five legislative sessions. The bill directly affects long-serving staff members, including David Jorgenson, by honoring their professional commitment and institutional knowledge. It authorizes a ceremony in the Senate Chamber to commend these individuals and directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an official copy of the resolution for public display. This action serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation rather than establishing new legal requirements or funding.