Sen. Alice Mann

Maddy summaryThis bill requires most health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover cancer imaging and clinical genetic testing without cost-sharing (like deductibles or copays) for specific patients. It directly affects Minnesotans with a personal or family history of cancer who need these services, as determined by evidence-based guidelines from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Health plans must cover: (1) cancer imaging for those at increased risk, and (2) genetic testing for inherited cancer mutations recommended by a doctor. The law takes effect January 1, 2026, for plans offered or renewed after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover bowel and bladder management for spinal cord injuries without cost-sharing (such as deductibles or copays) or additional restrictions like prior authorizations. It directly affects individuals with spinal cord injuries who need these treatments, as well as health insurance companies and state programs like MinnesotaCare and medical assistance. The law mandates coverage for prescribed treatments, supplies, and medications, with the commissioner of commerce reimbursing insurers for added costs through state appropriations. The requirements take effect January 1, 2026, for new health plans.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Minnesota's definition of "compounding" to explicitly exclude the use of flavoring agents when preparing medications. It clarifies that adding flavoring agents (inactive substances to improve taste) to drugs for patients is not considered compounding under state law. This change directly affects pharmacists and compounding facilities that currently add flavors to medications - commonly for pediatric or elderly patients - to improve palatability. The policy removes regulatory ambiguity around this routine practice, ensuring it remains exempt from compounding regulations.

Maddy summarySF 3733 modifies how fines collected from home care licensing violations are handled. Instead of general state funds, these fines now go to a dedicated account funding a competitive grant program for home care providers. The grants, starting at $1,000 each, must improve client care quality, workforce, and clinical outcomes, targeting providers licensed under the home care law. The bill also updates advisory council appointment rules but centers on redirecting fine revenue to support specific quality improvement projects.

Maddy summarySF 2533 prohibits "stay-or-pay" provisions in Minnesota employment contracts, which require workers to pay back costs (like training fees) if they leave before a set period. The bill bans employers from requiring these clauses as a condition of hiring, enforcing them, or threatening to enforce them against employees. Violations carry fines of $1,000-$5,000 per incident, and affected workers can sue for damages including $5,000 per violation plus legal fees. The law applies to contracts entered into on or after July 1, 2025, directly affecting employers and employees across Minnesota.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new contingency account in Minnesota's state treasury to help fund essential public health functions if federal funding is unexpectedly reduced or eliminated. The account is designed to support disease prevention, outbreak investigation, laboratory testing, and waterborne disease response activities managed by the state health commissioner. When federal funding cuts occur after March 1, 2025, the commissioner can use money from this account to maintain these critical health services, but must first notify legislative committees and seek review from the Legislative Advisory Commission. The bill also requires an annual report detailing how the account funds were used and includes a one-time transfer of unspecified funds from the general fund in fiscal year 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from using "spread pricing," a practice where PBMs charge health plans more for prescription drugs than they pay pharmacies. It directly affects PBMs and health plans that contract with them. The bill defines allowable fees to ensure they don’t tie payments to drug prices, rebates, or patient costs, and requires PBMs to act in the health plan’s best interest. It also increases licensing fees for PBMs and limits their income sources to prevent profit-driven pricing models.

Maddy summarySF 3256 requires Minnesota's medical assistance programs and MinnesotaCare to reimburse licensed pharmacists at the same rate as physicians for services that fall within both a pharmacist's and physician's scope of practice. This applies to services provided under fee-for-service medical assistance or through managed care plans. The bill modifies coverage rules in Minnesota Statutes to ensure pharmacists receive payment no lower than the standard physician rate for comparable services. It takes effect January 1, 2026, or after federal approval. This directly affects pharmacists, medical assistance programs, and MinnesotaCare plans.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $5,392,000 from the general fund for Minnesota food shelf programs in fiscal year 2027. The funds are directed to the commissioner of children, youth, and families to support food shelf operations under Minnesota Statutes section 142F.14. The appropriation adds to the existing base funding for these programs, which provide emergency food assistance to Minnesotans facing food insecurity. It directly affects community food shelves across the state that serve individuals and families in need. The bill creates no new requirements or changes program eligibility - it solely provides dedicated funding for existing services.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota teacher licensure rules by requiring two hours of dyslexia-specific professional development for all teachers renewing their licenses. It directly affects licensed educators renewing credentials under sections 122A.181-122A.184, mandating training on dyslexia’s effects on reading skills, effective instructional strategies, and related mental health considerations. The training must be provided at no cost to teachers or districts, developed with input from dyslexia specialists, and completed once during initial licensure or renewal. The requirement applies to all licenses issued on or after July 1, 2027.