Sen. Julia Coleman

Co-sponsor SF 165

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Carver County State-Aid Highway 51 and U.S. Highway 212 intersection safety improvements bond issue and appropriation

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $6 million in state bond funds to improve safety at the intersection of Carver County State-Aid Highway 51 and U.S. Highway 212. The funds will go directly to Carver County for design, construction, and engineering of the intersection, including a bridge over U.S. Highway 212, roadway upgrades, side streets, drainage, and water quality work. The state will issue bonds up to $6 million to finance the project, with funds released only after sufficient commitments are secured for completion. The improvements aim to enhance safety for drivers, pedestrians, and residents in that specific Carver County location.

TransportationSupports TransportationFunds $6M bond for intersection safety improvements on highways, directly enhancing road infrastructure and safety per bill summary.95% confidence

In committee Jan 16, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SF 182

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Drivers license or identification card applicant declaration of citizenship or immigration status authorization

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Minnesota driver's license and ID card applicants to declare their citizenship or immigration status without proving it to the state. It creates "noncompliant" licenses (not meeting federal REAL ID standards) that must be marked "not for federal identification," "not for voting," and "not for benefits." These licenses cannot be used for federal purposes or state benefits, and applicants who don't demonstrate U.S. citizenship or lawful presence can still obtain them. The bill directly affects noncitizen residents applying for licenses in Minnesota who cannot or choose not to provide federal immigration documentation.

ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationAllows immigrants to obtain driver's licenses without proving status, providing a service while marking licenses non-compliant for federal use, aligning with immigrant service support.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

Primary SF 5514

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Student organizations endorsing terrorism cancellation requirement provision and removing all financial aid eligibility for students who endorse terrorism

In committee May 6, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 3425

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Excelsior Hope House crisis shelter appropriation

In committee May 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 95

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

A Senate resolution honoring Tessa Johnson and the University of South Carolina women's basketball team for winning the 2024 NCAA Women's Basketball national championship

In committee Apr 30, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 5174

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Allowing motorcycles to split the lanes under certain circumstances, requiring a public awareness campaign, and appropriation

In committee Apr 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 5420

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Contractor recovery fund modification to include private residential pools

In committee Apr 11, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 5407

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

All school supplies sales and use tax exemption provision

In committee Apr 11, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 5409

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Sales and use tax exemption for baby products expansion

In committee Apr 11, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track