Sen. Alice Mann

Maddy summarySF 3713 increases school safety funding by establishing a new state aid of $100 per student (adjusted pupil unit) for all Minnesota public school districts, charter schools, and cooperative units starting in fiscal year 2027. This replaces the previous system by combining the state aid with existing local safe schools levies ($36 per student) to create total safe schools revenue. Funds must be used for specific safety purposes including security personnel, mental health services, facility upgrades, cybersecurity, and violence prevention programs. The bill directly affects all Minnesota public schools receiving state education funding, with implementation beginning in 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires most health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover recommended immunizations without cost-sharing (like deductibles or copays) for routine use in children, adolescents, and adults. It mandates coverage based on guidelines from the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the American Academy of Pediatrics, or the West Coast Health Alliance. The bill also creates the Minnesota Science-Based Vaccine Advisory Council to develop vaccine schedules for different age groups and recommend updates to school and college vaccine requirements. It applies to plans offered, issued, or renewed on or after July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySF 3548 requires all high school and middle school athletic coaches and assistant coaches in Minnesota school districts and charter schools to complete current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) training starting in the 2027-2028 school year. Coaches must maintain this training by renewing it at least once every two years, following nationally recognized emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. The bill also provides legal protection for coaches who perform CPR or use an AED in their coaching duties, shielding them from civil liability except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct. This policy directly affects school athletic staff by mandating specific life-saving training to enhance emergency response preparedness.

Maddy summarySF 3572 modifies Minnesota law to clarify when authorized firearm carriers (such as permit holders) may have firearms on school property. It requires these individuals to store firearms unloaded in a locked container or trunk when not actively on duty, rather than carrying them openly. The bill defines "school property" broadly to include buildings, grounds, school buses, and facilities with posted notices, while maintaining existing exemptions for active officers and specific activities like gun safety courses. This law does not expand who can carry firearms but adds uniform storage requirements for those already permitted to carry on school grounds.

Maddy summaryThis bill would classify kratom as a Schedule II controlled substance in Minnesota, placing it in the same category as drugs like morphine and fentanyl that have high abuse potential. The legislation adds mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine (the active compounds in kratom) to Minnesota's Schedule II list while repealing previous provisions that had separate rules for kratom. This change would subject kratom to the same strict regulations as other Schedule II substances, including prescription requirements, secure storage, and detailed recordkeeping. The bill would affect anyone selling or possessing kratom in Minnesota, including those under 18 who currently face misdemeanor charges for possession under the repealed section.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's public assistance eligibility rules for individuals convicted of certain drug offenses. It specifies that people convicted of a felony-level drug offense within the past ten years may face requirements like receiving benefits in vendor form for housing/utilities and undergoing random drug testing. If testing positive for illegal substances, counties must provide referrals to substance use disorder treatment programs. The bill explicitly excludes cannabis-related convictions from these restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota teacher licensure laws to improve how educator misconduct is reported and investigated. It requires school districts and charter schools to notify licensing boards within ten days when teachers or administrators are fired, suspended, or resign following allegations of misconduct, and mandates sharing relevant documentation with licensing boards upon request. The bill also classifies certain license denial orders as public data and establishes procedures for the licensing board to work with the Attorney General's Office and law enforcement when serious offenses like sexual misconduct with minors are involved. These changes directly affect school boards, charter schools, educators, and the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the city of Edina to issue social district licenses that permit the consumption of alcoholic beverages in designated outdoor areas, such as parks or patios, without allowing sales or service of alcohol in those spaces. The legislation requires the city to clearly define district boundaries with posted signs, establish management plans for public safety, and set specific days and hours for alcohol consumption. License holders must use non-glass containers with unique district markings and responsible drinking warnings, and beverages must be consumed only within the designated area or returned to the place of purchase. This change directly affects the city of Edina and businesses holding on-sale liquor licenses that wish to participate in the social district program.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new support team within Minnesota's Department of Human Services to assist home and community-based services providers. The team will serve as a contact point for providers' questions, develop training materials, gather data on provider challenges, and coordinate various department functions to clarify requirements and support compliance. The commissioner must ensure the team has adequate staff and resources to perform these duties and may recommend changes to improve service delivery and program integrity.

Maddy summarySF 3800 names Minnesota's community solar garden program after former state representative Melissa Hortman. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 216B.1641, to establish "Melissa Hortman Community Solar Garden Program" as the official short title for the existing program. This is a ceremonial renaming with no changes to program rules, funding, or eligibility requirements. The bill does not alter how the community solar program operates or who can participate. It solely honors Melissa Hortman's contributions to energy policy.