Sen. Grant Hauschild

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $2.5 million from state bond proceeds to fund the development of a campground and recreational area in Little Fork, Minnesota. The funds will cover predesign, construction, and facilities like tent/RV camping spaces, an ATV ramp, fishing dock, swimming beach, restrooms, and infrastructure improvements for the city. It authorizes the state to issue up to $2.5 million in bonds to finance this project, following standard bond procedures. The appropriation is exempt from certain state budget rules under Minnesota law.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $3.5 million from state bond proceeds to fund utility infrastructure for Proctor's commercial development along Interstate 35. The funds will cover water, sewer, and electric utility extensions from Ugstad Road north of I-35 to the south side, plus utility replacements to 2nd Street, all for commercial development areas. The city of Proctor will use the grant to predesign, design, and construct these upgrades without requiring a local funding match. The money comes from state bonds authorized under Minnesota law, specifically to support commercial growth in this corridor.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a sales tax exemption for equipment used by restaurants, mobile food units, and catering services to prepare food or serve beverages. It exempts purchases or leases of qualifying equipment like ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, coffee machines, and food prep tools - up to the point of customer delivery - but excludes items like linens, tableware, and delivery vehicles. The exemption applies to sales made after June 30, 2025, directly reducing costs for food service businesses purchasing essential operational equipment.

Maddy summarySF 139 appropriates $8.5 million from state bonds to fund the planning, construction, and equipping of a regional public safety facility in Rice Lake. The facility will serve law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services by providing training space, emergency operations coordination, shelter during crises, and other community safety needs. The bill authorizes the state to sell bonds up to $8.5 million to cover these costs, directly benefiting Rice Lake and the regional emergency response systems it supports.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $25,000 from the natural resources fund to update the C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail Master Plan, specifically allowing all-terrain vehicle (ATV) use on trail sections within Cook and Lake Counties. The commissioner of natural resources must complete this update by February 1, 2026, and report the changes to relevant legislative committees. The funding covers the cost of revising the trail plan to accommodate ATVs on designated portions of the trail, not the entire trail system. This is a procedural appropriation bill focused solely on updating the trail plan and reporting requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $300,000 from state bond proceeds to fund a new public works maintenance facility for the city of Ranier. It authorizes the state to sell up to $300,000 in bonds to cover the costs of predesign, design, construction, and equipping the facility, with no requirement for local matching funds. The funds will be administered by the commissioner of employment and economic development. The bill directly affects Ranier's public works operations by providing state funding for facility development.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1 million from state bond proceeds to fund the replacement of the Kawishiwi Bridge in Lake County, near Spruce Road. The funds cover all phases of the project, including site preparation, demolition, design, construction, and equipment for the new bridge. Lake County will receive the grant and may enter lease agreements for long-term bridge maintenance under existing law. The state will issue up to $1 million in bonds to finance this project, following standard bond procedures. The bill directly affects Lake County residents by enabling the physical replacement of a specific bridge structure.

Maddy summaryThis law establishes a new account to manage funds related to a 2024 settlement regarding the state's retention of tax-forfeited lands and mineral rights. Counties that choose to participate must sell properties forfeited between 2012 and 2023 at auction or through brokers for at least their appraised value, keeping only a portion of the proceeds while sending the rest to the state. Counties that do not actively opt out by August 2024 are automatically considered participants, whereas those that remain non-participating retain full financial liability for claims related to properties forfeited before 2024. The bill also allocates $109 million to pay claims administrators and requires participating counties to submit regular reports on their sales efforts and results.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a one-time financial aid program for licensed ambulance service providers in Minnesota to help cover costs for long-term assets like vehicles and equipment. To qualify, providers must have held a license in 2022 and continue operating in 2024, while excluding certain large corporate entities that serve major cities and specialized life support services. The amount of aid each provider receives is calculated based on the number of emergency calls they handled in 2023 relative to the size of their service area. Providers must submit financial applications by September 2024, after which the state will verify their data and distribute the funds.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides $109 million from the state's general fund to settle a lawsuit regarding the state's retention of tax-forfeited lands and mineral rights. It establishes a framework for participating counties to sell properties forfeited between 2012 and 2023, requiring them to auction or broker these lands for at least their appraised value in cash. Under the agreement, a significant portion of the sale proceeds must be sent to the state, while counties retain the remainder for their own use. Counties that choose not to participate in the settlement will remain fully responsible for any legal claims related to properties forfeited before January 1, 2024. The legislation also mandates regular reporting on the sale efforts and outcomes for participating counties.