Sen. John Hoffman

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how Minnesota handles eligibility renewals for medical assistance, specifically extending timelines for employed individuals with disabilities. It requires agencies to send renewal forms at least 60 days before an eligibility period ends and allows an additional 30 days for those unable to respond due to good cause. The legislation also permits reinstatement of coverage within four months after termination if the required information is submitted, and mandates that termination notices include appeal rights information. These changes aim to reduce gaps in coverage for people who work while receiving disability benefits.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's existing rule that generally prohibits employers from asking about job applicants' past pay history. It creates an exception allowing employers to inquire about pay history when that information is already a matter of public record under federal or state law, provided the employer did not seek access specifically to determine the applicant's compensation. The legislation also clarifies that applicants can voluntarily share their pay history without being prompted, and employers may consider such voluntarily disclosed information to offer higher wages. Additionally, the bill preserves existing rights to bring wage discrimination claims and allows employers to discuss wage expectations and provide information about offered compensation.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $2 million from the state's general fund to Turning Point Inc., a nonprofit organization, to build and equip a 32-bed residential facility in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. The funding covers design, construction, and renovation work including mechanical systems, ADA compliance upgrades, and spaces for bedrooms, a kitchen, recreation, and community areas. The money is designated as a one-time appropriation available until the project finishes or is abandoned, with the facility to be named "Ms. Bea's."

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a tax subtraction for Minnesota residents who receive medals or prize money from the United States Olympic Committee for competing in the Olympic or Paralympic Games. The provision allows athletes to exclude the value of these awards from their state taxable income, starting for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025. By amending Minnesota Statutes 290.0132, the legislation adds a specific category of income that can be subtracted when calculating state income tax liability. The bill does not affect other types of income or tax calculations beyond this specific Olympic-related provision.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the Minnesota State Patrol to provide security and protective services to the governor, governor-elect, supreme court justices, legislators, and other constitutional officers when credible threats to their safety are identified. It requires the commissioner of public safety to consult with the governor before deploying State Patrol members for protection duties and allows for overtime compensation for those providing security services. The legislation also creates a new Capitol Complex Security Division within the Department of Public Safety, placing it under the supervision of a director who must be a State Patrol member. Additionally, the bill mandates that the State Patrol provide security to state buildings and property as needed after consultation with the governor.

Maddy summarySF 3594 modifies the duties of Minnesota's school trust lands director by requiring a ten-year strategic plan (updated every five years) focused on increasing asset value, balancing revenue generation with land stewardship, and improving long-term management of school trust lands. It also mandates an annual report by January 15 to the Legislative Permanent School Fund Commission, detailing management activities, financial performance, revenue opportunities, and funding distributed to public schools. The report must include recommendations for statutory changes to enhance the trust's financial outcomes. These changes, effective July 2026, aim to increase transparency and accountability in managing school trust lands, which fund Minnesota's public schools and charter schools.

Maddy summaryThis bill, SF 3710, prevents Minnesota's Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board from publishing individuals' street addresses on its website in campaign finance reports. It classifies full street addresses as private data, directly affecting candidates and officeholders who file campaign reports. Key provisions include requiring the Board and local governments to remove or modify existing reports with street addresses online and allowing candidates to use campaign funds for security-related expenses (up to $5,000 for monitoring and $25,000 for services) after elections. The bill also removes certification requirements for designating an address as private on campaign filings.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a state-funded supplemental energy assistance program in Minnesota to help low-income households with heating costs. It directly affects Minnesota residents with household incomes below 60% of the state median income, providing grants for primary heat, crisis situations, emergency heating repairs, or outreach support. Key mechanisms include appropriating one-time state funds for FY2026 (available until 2031), requiring priority for expanding assistance to new households over increasing existing grants, and mandating annual reports on program outcomes by county and demographic factors. The program supplements existing federal LIHEAP benefits for households that did not receive full federal crisis grants or were not served by federal programs.

Maddy summarySF 1746 modifies Minnesota's licensing rules for acupuncture and herbal medicine practitioners. It clarifies that "acupuncture" now explicitly includes techniques like dry needling and trigger point therapy, and defines "acupuncture needle" with specific size and material standards. The bill also updates continuing education requirements to ensure programs directly relate to acupuncture practice while excluding practice management courses. Additionally, it establishes an advisory council for the acupuncture board with specific membership criteria, including licensed practitioners and NCCAOM-certified professionals. These changes aim to standardize definitions and training for practitioners under Minnesota's health licensing framework.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts elected officials in Minnesota from the state's Paid Leave Law, meaning they would not be required to participate in or contribute to the paid leave program. The legislation directly affects state and local government officials, including members of the legislature and judiciary, by removing them from the definition of covered employees under the law. Key provisions amend existing statutes to explicitly exclude elected officials, legislative members, and judicial members from paid leave coverage while allowing certain entities to opt into the program if they choose. The bill also clarifies that seasonal employees remain excluded from coverage, maintaining the current structure for that category of workers.