Sen. Matt Klein

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 53C.08, which governs retail installment contracts (like car loans paid in installments). It removes outdated language from the existing law without changing any requirements for consumers or sellers. The change updates the statutory text to eliminate obsolete terms while preserving all current legal obligations. This procedural update affects only the written law, not how contracts are executed or enforced.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 45.0135, subdivision 7, to update a reference from "2024" to "2025" in the assessment calculation for insurers. It directly affects insurance companies authorized to sell insurance in Minnesota that must pay an annual assessment to the insurance fraud prevention account. The change corrects an outdated year reference in the law but does not alter the assessment amounts ($400, $1,500, or $4,000) based on insurer assets or Minnesota premium volumes. This is a technical correction to ensure the statute accurately reflects current law.

Maddy summarySF 1359 modifies Minnesota's advanced biofuel production incentive program. It requires facilities to source at least 80% of raw materials from Minnesota (or within 100 miles of the border), produce a minimum of 23,750 MMbtu quarterly, and exclude conventional corn ethanol and biodiesel. Payments for eligible advanced biofuel production cease after June 30, 2035, and producers cannot transfer eligibility to other facilities. This bill directly affects Minnesota-based advanced biofuel producers, including existing facilities adding capacity or new companies meeting the sourcing and production criteria.

Maddy summaryThis bill clarifies how local governments can use unobligated tax increment financing (TIF) funds in Minnesota. It allows TIF authorities to transfer unused TIF funds to support private development projects that create or retain jobs (with construction starting before December 31, 2025), or to make equity investments to make such projects financially feasible. Authorities must create a written spending plan approved by the municipality after a public hearing, and all transferred funds must be spent or committed by December 31, 2027. The bill directly affects local governments managing TIF districts by extending the deadline for using these funds and clarifying permitted uses. It does not change existing TIF bond obligations but provides clearer rules for handling unobligated increments.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's rules for selling hemp-derived cannabinoid products. It sets a 0.3% THC limit for all products and requires clear labeling for topical products, including lab test details and ingredient lists. Businesses selling edible cannabinoid products can now convert their registration to a hemp license, and retailers must follow specific on-site consumption rules (like requiring an additional license and prohibiting mixing with alcohol). The law prohibits sales to anyone under 21 and bans products claiming medical benefits. It directly affects businesses selling hemp-derived edibles, topicals, and related products in Minnesota.

Maddy summarySF 2045, the "Equal Access to Broadband Act establishment provision," defines key terms and creates a framework for improving broadband access in Minnesota. It establishes the Office of Broadband Development and clarifies definitions including "broadband" (100 Mbps download/20 Mbps upload), "underserved areas" (lacking minimum speeds), and "broadband infrastructure." The bill preserves local government authority over right-of-way management for providers while requiring coordination with municipalities to minimize future relocations of infrastructure. This legislation primarily sets the groundwork for future broadband initiatives by standardizing terminology and governance structures.

Maddy summarySF 1731 modifies Minnesota's cannabis license application requirements by adding 18 new documentation items that applicants must submit. The bill requires detailed ownership disclosures (including parent company structures), proof of social equity status, labor peace agreements with union organizations, comprehensive business plans, and financial records like loan details. These changes apply directly to businesses seeking or renewing cannabis licenses under Minnesota Statutes 342.14. The bill clarifies that commitments made in applications, such as maintaining labor peace agreements, become ongoing conditions for license renewal.

Maddy summarySF 1677 prohibits Minnesota legislators from acting as lobbyists for two years after leaving office. It directly affects all state legislators who complete their term or leave office, banning them from lobbying or registering as lobbyists during this period. The bill authorizes a civil penalty of up to $25,000 or the amount earned from violating the rule for any breach. This law applies to legislators whose service ends on or after its effective date, which is the day after final enactment.

Maddy summarySF 1957 establishes a new "advance homestead credit for seniors" program for Minnesotans aged 65+ who already qualify for the standard homestead property tax credit. The bill allows eligible seniors to receive 50% of their prior year homestead credit refund as an advance payment applied to their first half of property taxes. County auditors must certify and apply this credit to qualifying properties by January 2 of the tax year, with any excess credit reducing the first half payment to $0. Local governments and school districts will be reimbursed by the state for tax reductions under this program, with payments scheduled for October 31 and December 26 annually. The program begins for property taxes payable in 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $750,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $750,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to Neighbors, Inc. through the commissioner of employment and economic development. The funds will directly support Neighbors, Inc. in providing social services outreach, training, capacity building, support services, programming, and administrative support to the community. It is a straightforward grant appropriation with no policy changes beyond funding these specific services.