Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota's automated license plate reader laws to clarify how third-party service providers can be involved in collecting and managing law enforcement data. It defines third-party service providers as entities contracted by law enforcement agencies to handle ALPR data and expands the definition of data sharing to include access through these providers' platforms. The legislation requires independent audits every two years that include full access to records maintained by third parties, mandates written authorization for all external data queries, and establishes role-based access controls to limit who can view or use the data. Law enforcement agencies remain responsible for compliance even when using third-party services, and the commissioner of administration can suspend ALPR operations if audits reveal substantial noncompliance.
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Maddy summaryThis bill would expand the Minnesota gross receipts tax to include hospitals and certain health care providers while explicitly excluding licensed chiropractors from the tax. The legislation defines "health care provider" to include various medical service providers but creates specific exemptions for hospitals, nursing homes, pharmacies, and other facilities listed in the statute. The tax would apply to gross revenues received after December 31, 2026, affecting the financial obligations of covered health care entities. The bill also clarifies that persons licensed under sections 148.01 to 148.108 are excluded from the tax definition.
Maddy summarySF 3735 increases penalties for impersonating a peace officer in Minnesota. It raises the base offense from a misdemeanor to a felony (up to 2 years in prison or $4,000 fine), with higher penalties for specific acts like entering restricted buildings, directing others, or operating a vehicle marked to look like police. The bill also adds enhanced penalties for possessing a firearm while impersonating an officer (up to 10 years) or committing another crime while impersonating (e.g., a misdemeanor becomes a gross misdemeanor). It requires anyone impersonating an officer to identify their agency, name, and ID number upon request. This bill directly affects individuals falsely posing as law enforcement officers.
Maddy summaryThis resolution condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry while reaffirming Minnesota's commitment to religious freedom and inclusion. It directly addresses the Hindu-American community, which has over four million members in the United States and contributes significantly to Minnesota's economy and culture. The bill calls on state agencies, educational institutions, and law enforcement to enhance their understanding of Hinduphobia and include the Hindu community in diversity initiatives and anti-bias training programs. It also directs state employees to enforce existing anti-discrimination laws and asks the Secretary of State to distribute copies of the resolution to relevant officials. This legislative action does not create new laws but serves as a formal statement of the Legislature's position on religious intolerance.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the issuance of state bonds to fund improvements at the wastewater treatment facility in Greenfield, Minnesota. It appropriates $5.4 million from bond proceeds to provide a grant for the city to design, construct, and equip the rehabilitation and replacement of aging infrastructure at the facility. The legislation aims to address safety concerns and ensure the facility can continue operating effectively. The state will sell and issue bonds up to the $5.4 million amount following established legal procedures for state bond sales.
Maddy summarySF 2228 appropriates $3.5 million from the general fund for Minnesota's violent crime enforcement teams in fiscal year 2026. This one-time funding is directed to the commissioner of public safety to support these teams' operations. The bill does not change existing laws or create new programs, but provides specific financial resources for current enforcement efforts. It directly affects the state's public safety agency and the teams designated to address violent crime.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover home care nursing services without imposing quantity limits on the number of visits or hours provided. It directly affects individuals enrolled in health plans who also receive medical assistance, ensuring they have access to ongoing nursing care without arbitrary caps on coverage. The legislation defines home care nursing services as continuous, medically necessary care provided by licensed nurses for patients with complex medical needs that cannot be met through episodic visits. While the bill removes quantity restrictions, it maintains other standard insurance requirements like prior authorization and cost-sharing, and mandates that plans clearly label these services in their coverage documents. The changes will take effect in 2026, with specific provisions becoming active at different times throughout that year.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $390,000 in bonds to fund railroad crossing safety improvements in Hennepin County and the cities of Medina, Independence, and Loretto. The funds would be used to design, engineer, and construct safety upgrades at railroad crossings and reconstruct streets in these locations. The commissioner of transportation would distribute the money through grants to the county and cities for these projects. The bill becomes effective the day after it is passed by the legislature.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes maximum THC potency limits for various cannabis products sold in Minnesota's adult-use market, including flower, concentrates, and topical products. It requires the state office to enforce specific THC content caps: no more than 15% total THC in cannabis flower, 30% in concentrates, and 500 milligrams per package for topical products. The legislation also prohibits the sale of certain product types, such as those resembling food items, products modeled after children's items, and those containing synthetic cannabinoids. Additionally, the bill mandates warning notices at retail locations and on product labels about health risks, including information about driving under the influence, potential heart and lung disease from smoke, and risks of cannabis poisoning from edibles.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new criminal offense for intentionally disrupting worship services at religious establishments in Minnesota. It applies to individuals who enter a clearly marked place of worship with the intent to disrupt a scheduled service and commit a crime there, classifying the first offense as a gross misdemeanor and repeat offenses as a felony punishable by up to five years in prison or a fine of $10,000. The law defines a religious establishment as a building used for worship services by a religious organization that is clearly identified with a posted sign or other means. The provisions will take effect on August 1, 2026, and only apply to crimes committed on or after that date.