Sen. Julia Coleman

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how the Minnesota Department of Revenue issues revenue rulings, which are official policy statements that help taxpayers understand how state tax laws apply to specific situations. The legislation establishes new procedures for taxpayers to request revenue rulings from the commissioner and sets fee requirements for these requests. It also clarifies that revenue rulings do not have the force of law and cannot be applied retroactively to harm taxpayers, while allowing the commissioner to revoke or modify rulings when laws change. The bill requires the commissioner to report on revenue ruling activities and includes provisions for public notification before rulings are published.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a voluntary grant program in Minnesota to help schools implement video analytics software that analyzes existing security camera footage to improve safety. The program provides funding for schools to acquire, license, and maintain software that can detect threats early, monitor restricted areas, and send real-time alerts to staff and first responders without requiring new camera hardware. Participating schools must follow strict data privacy rules, including default facial image masking and limiting facial recognition to specific security purposes, while retaining local control over how they use the technology. The commissioner will award grants based on demonstrated safety needs and plans for training and evaluation, with reporting requirements to track outcomes and inform future policy decisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill, SF 4829, limits access to child care centers in Minnesota by restricting when immigration enforcement officials can enter these facilities. It directly affects licensed child care centers, license-exempt centers, and their employees. Under the new law, employees cannot allow immigration officials to enter for civil enforcement purposes unless those officials present a warrant signed by a judicial officer, and employees must request valid identification and a written statement of purpose from any official entering the facility. The law does not prevent entry by officials administering state or federally supported child care programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota schools to implement wearable panic alert systems that connect directly to 911 emergency services and can trigger campus-wide lockdown notifications. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, every school must provide these devices to all staff members and ensure they receive annual training on how to use them properly. The legislation also mandates that schools share security information like camera feeds and building maps with local law enforcement while retaining ownership of the data generated by the alert systems. The bill includes funding provisions to reimburse schools for the costs of purchasing and installing these panic alert devices.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the legal definition of "prepared food" in Minnesota to clarify which food items are subject to sales tax. It directly affects food sellers and consumers by establishing specific criteria for what counts as prepared food, including items sold with utensils or heated by the seller. The new definition excludes certain categories like bakery items, unheated meat and seafood sold by weight, raw animal foods requiring consumer cooking, and food only sliced or repackaged by the seller. The changes will take effect for sales and purchases made after June 30, 2026.

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 allocates $200,000 from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to support a transportation management organization along the Trunk Highway 7 corridor in Minnesota. The funding is designated for the city of Shorewood and will be used for operational activities in cities and school districts along the highway from Hennepin County's western border to Interstate Highway 494. The appropriation is a one-time payment, and the law specifically prohibits using these funds for administrative costs, requiring them to be spent directly on transportation management operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's requirements for restrictive procedures and seclusion in schools, directly affecting school districts and students with disabilities. It mandates that schools maintain publicly accessible plans detailing their use of restrictive procedures, including positive behavior strategies, de-escalation training, and oversight committee reviews. The bill also requires schools to notify parents within two days of any restrictive procedure use and mandates meetings to review seclusion data and modify behavior plans when procedures are used frequently. Additionally, it specifies which trained professionals may legally apply these procedures and requires districts to document any medical or psychological limitations that contraindicate their use.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows teachers in Minnesota to direct their union dues to the local, state, or national organization of their choice rather than automatically to the union that represents their workplace. It requires unions and employers to clearly notify teachers of this option and ensure payroll deduction forms explicitly state how teachers can allocate their dues. The legislation also mandates that public employers process these requests within 30 days and protects teachers from being forced to join a union or pay dues to one they do not choose.