Sen. Michael Kreun

Co-sponsor SF 175

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Sales tax on vehicle repair and replacement parts distribution proceeds modification

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how sales tax revenues from vehicle repair and replacement parts are distributed. Beginning in 2024, 43.5% of these tax proceeds (increasing to 71.5% by 2030) will go to the highway user tax distribution fund for road maintenance, while a growing percentage (starting at 3.5%, rising to 56.5%) will fund the transportation advancement account. The remaining portion flows to the general fund. It directly affects the allocation of tax money collected from customers purchasing car repair parts, tires, and fluids at auto shops. The change applies to sales taxes collected under Minnesota Statutes §297A.62, subdivision 1.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReallocates vehicle repair sales tax proceeds to transportation infrastructure funds (highway maintenance, advancement), directly funding essential public services through tax revenue distribution.95% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationRedirects increasing tax proceeds to highway maintenance (43.5%→71.5%) and transportation advancement fund (3.5%→56.5%), directly funding road infrastructure.95% confidence

In committee Jan 16, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SF 180

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Highway obstruction action for damages and civil penalties imposition

Maddy summarySF 180 creates a new civil liability for intentionally obstructing public highways in Minnesota. It allows injured individuals to sue for damages, reasonable attorney fees, and costs if someone intentionally interferes with or makes a highway dangerous. The bill exempts law enforcement, emergency responders, and utility workers acting within their duties, and gives state agencies the choice between civil lawsuits or criminal prosecution for the same highway obstruction. This law takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies to incidents occurring on or after that date (Minnesota Statutes § 169.907).

TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances highway safety by creating civil liability for intentional obstruction, allowing lawsuits for damages and penalties, directly strengthening transportation infrastructure safety protocols.95% confidence

In committee Jan 16, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HF 3868

Signed into law · Minnesota House · Co-sponsor

Uniform Commercial Code amendments adopted to accommodate emerging technologies.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's Uniform Commercial Code to include modern digital tools like electronic records and smart contracts in its legal framework. By adding new definitions for terms such as "electronic" and "electronic document of title," the law ensures that business transactions conducted online are treated with the same legal weight as traditional paper-based deals. The changes directly affect businesses, banks, and individuals who use digital platforms to buy, sell, or secure goods and services. These amendments clarify how courts should interpret digital agreements and establish rules for transferring control of electronic documents, thereby reducing legal uncertainty in the digital economy.

Signed into law Aug 1, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SF 5518

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Age verification requirement for websites with material harmful to minors

In committee May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 4997

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

General education revenue modification to include safe school aid for charter schools

In committee Apr 18, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SF 5243

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Hmong American Mediation Center appropriation

In committee Apr 18, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HF 3589

Signed into law · Minnesota House · Co-sponsor

In rem jurisdiction clarified for judicial proceedings.

Signed into law Apr 17, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SF 3317

died · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Uniform Public Expression Protection Act

died Apr 11, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 4813

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Applicants permission to designate a secondary mailing address for drivers' licenses and identification cards

In committee Apr 11, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 5419

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Driver's license same-day issuance pilot project expansion and appropriation

In committee Apr 11, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track