Sen. Michael Kreun

Maddy summaryThis bill would eliminate the current income-based limits on subtracting Social Security benefits from Minnesota state taxable income, allowing taxpayers to fully subtract all Social Security benefits they receive. It directly affects Minnesota residents who receive Social Security benefits and file state income tax returns, removing the existing phaseout thresholds and maximum subtraction caps that currently apply. Under the new provisions, all Social Security benefits would be deductible from taxable income without any reduction based on the taxpayer's adjusted gross income, simplifying the calculation and potentially lowering state tax liability for retirees. The change would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summarySF 3804 modifies Minnesota's data protection rules for property tax assessments, specifically clarifying that sensitive financial data (like income figures, vacancy rates, and lease information) classified as private under state law can still be accessed in legal proceedings. The bill requires Tax Court to issue protective orders preventing public disclosure or misuse of this data during tax disputes, ensuring it's only used for the specific legal case. It directly affects property owners (whose data is protected), Tax Court proceedings, and legal parties involved in property tax challenges. The key change removes barriers to using this data in court while adding safeguards to maintain confidentiality.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to increase penalties for misconduct by public officers and employees in Minnesota. It directly affects government officials who fail to perform required duties, exceed their authority, unlawfully harm others, or knowingly submit false official documents. The legislation would classify these actions as felonies with potential prison sentences of up to one year for first offenses and up to five years for repeat offenses, along with fines ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. The changes would take effect on August 1, 2026, and apply to crimes committed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill limits late fees charged by homeowner associations in Minnesota's condominiums, cooperatives, and planned communities. It requires associations to adopt written policies outlining fine amounts, collection procedures, and disclosure practices to members. Associations must also provide clear disclosures about fees and collection methods before imposing charges. These changes apply to all common interest communities governed by Minnesota Statutes sections 515B.3-102, 515B.3-115, and related provisions.

Maddy summarySF 4034 establishes a new legal process for property owners in Minnesota to request sheriff assistance in removing unauthorized occupants from residential property. It allows owners or their agents to submit a sworn complaint to the sheriff if someone entered without permission, isn't a tenant or family member, the owner has already demanded they leave, and no related lawsuits are pending. The bill requires a specific complaint form verifying these conditions under penalty of perjury. This applies directly to residential property owners facing unlawful occupation, not to tenants, family members, or current leaseholders. The bill creates a streamlined remedy but does not change tenant rights or eviction procedures for legal occupants.

Maddy summarySF 3905 extends the deadline for using $250,000 in state funds allocated for law enforcement use-of-force training. The bill modifies existing law to allow these funds to remain available until June 30, 2027, instead of an earlier expiration date. This funding reimburses postsecondary schools $450 per peace officer who completes approved training programs, which must include scenario-based exercises with nonlethal ammunition, stress management, de-escalation techniques, and bias training. The training must be offered at no cost to officers or agencies and meet specific standards set by Minnesota law. This change directly affects eligible colleges and training programs serving peace officers across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires inmates to pay all court-ordered restitution before becoming eligible for "supervision abatement status," which is a reduced supervision level after serving time. It directly affects individuals on supervised release who have restitution obligations, as they cannot transition to this lower supervision tier until payments are fully completed. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 244.46 to add this requirement, overriding previous eligibility rules that considered time served and public safety factors. This change applies to all supervised release terms, including conditional release for life sentences. The policy does not alter existing public safety risk assessments or time-served calculations.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the membership structure of Minnesota's Sentencing Guidelines Commission. It adds the commissioner of corrections as a nonvoting member and updates appointment rules for several positions, requiring the governor to consider candidate slates from professional associations (like the Minnesota Sheriffs' Association) when appointing members. The commission now includes voting members representing judges, public defenders, prosecutors, law enforcement (police chiefs and sheriffs), probation officers, and public members with lived experience in the justice system. These changes affect how the commission, which sets sentencing standards for Minnesota courts, is composed and governed. The bill does not alter sentencing policies but changes who serves on the commission.

Maddy summarySF 3927 reduces Minnesota's watercraft licensing fees across multiple categories, directly affecting boat owners, renters, dealers, and nonprofits. Key changes include lowering the standard fee for small watercraft (19 feet or less) from $59 to $27, cutting personal watercraft fees from $85 to $37.50, and reducing fees for sailboats ($23 to $10.50) and larger commercial vessels. The bill repeals a definition of "other commercial operation" and takes effect July 1, 2026, lowering costs for all license holders under the revised fee structure.

Maddy summarySF 3793, the "Fraud Isn't Free Act," requires Minnesota state agencies administering programs funded by public money to take specific actions when fraud is suspected. If fraud occurs - defined as intentional deception to obtain funds - the agency must submit a corrective action plan within 30 days, including steps to prevent future fraud, recover stolen funds, and dismiss responsible staff (like program directors). The law also mandates suspending program enrollment until corrective measures are completed and may trigger agency budget reductions. This applies directly to state agencies managing public programs, such as those handling state or federal funds for education, healthcare, or social services.