Sen. Lindsey Port

Maddy summaryThis bill allows public safety officers in Minnesota to accept certain gifts after a colleague dies while performing their duties. It permits gifts like money, property, plaques, or services given within 24 months of the death, provided they honor the deceased officer or boost team morale. The law overrides existing restrictions in statutes 10A.071 and 471.895 for these specific circumstances. It directly affects public safety officers whose colleagues died in the line of duty and the communities or organizations giving such gifts. The policy change takes effect after final enactment for gifts given on or after that date.

Maddy summarySF 931 establishes the Minnesota Health Plan, a state-run program guaranteeing health coverage for all Minnesota residents. It requires the plan to cover all necessary medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription services without co-pays, with premiums based on income. The bill creates a Minnesota Health Board to manage the plan, a Health Fund for financing, and new oversight roles like a patient advocate ombudsman. All residents automatically qualify, with specific rules for temporary out-of-state residents, visitors, and nonresident workers.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $100 million in state bond proceeds to rehabilitate public housing for low-income residents. The funds, managed by the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, will finance repairs to preserve federally financed public housing under state law. Priority is given to projects improving health, safety, and energy efficiency while maximizing federal or local funding. The bill authorizes the state to sell up to $100 million in bonds to cover these rehabilitation costs.

Maddy summarySF 1032 requires landlords in Minnesota to provide tenants with written disclosure of all parties with an interest in the rental property, including their names and contact information. This directly affects landlords who must provide this information and tenants who will receive it. The key provision mandates written disclosure of ownership details at the time of lease signing or within a specified timeframe. The bill aims to increase transparency about property ownership for renters. (4 sentences)

Maddy summarySF 1227 establishes a grant program to help counties and cities in Greater Minnesota fund public infrastructure (like sewers, water systems, and streets) needed for senior housing projects. It provides grants covering up to 50% of capital costs for eligible projects, requiring nonstate matching funds (cash, other grants, or in-kind contributions like land value). The bill sets specific grant limits: $40,000 per lot for single-family homes, $60,000 for manufactured housing lots, and $180,000 for multifamily units. It appropriates a one-time sum from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to support this program, directly aiding senior housing developers and local governments in expanding housing options for Minnesotans aged 55+.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026 and $1.5 million for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of health. The funds are designated for grants supporting sexual and reproductive health services, distributed under Minnesota Statutes section 145.925. These grants directly support health service providers offering such care, including clinics and community organizations. The bill creates no new requirements but allocates existing state funds to expand access to these services. It does not change eligibility criteria or create new program rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $22.9 million for fiscal year 2026 and $12.9 million for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. The funds support two housing programs: the economic development and housing challenge program (Minnesota Statutes §462A.33) and low/moderate-income housing programs (§462A.07, subd. 14). Crucially, $1.2 million annually must be dedicated exclusively to housing projects for American Indians, with unused funds available for other eligible housing activities under the same statutes. The bill directly affects housing agencies and communities receiving these funds, particularly American Indian housing providers.

Maddy summarySF 850 modifies Minnesota law to adjust limitations on optometrists prescribing and administering certain drugs. The bill removes specific duration restrictions: it allows optometrists to prescribe oral antivirals for longer than 10 days, oral steroids for longer than 14 days without physician consultation, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors for longer than seven days. These changes apply to optometrists who meet educational requirements and are authorized under Minnesota statute. The bill maintains existing prohibitions, such as bans on intravenous drug administration (except for anaphylaxis), invasive surgery, and prescribing Schedule II/III oral drugs.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits counties from charging fees when homeowners seek to remove discriminatory housing restrictions (like those based on race or religion) from property titles. It directly affects homeowners in Minnesota who need to clear outdated restrictive covenants from their property records. The key provision amends state law to require county recorders to accept the removal form without charging a fee, ensuring the process is cost-free. This change applies to covenants related to protected classes and takes effect upon final enactment.

Maddy summarySF 829 prohibits Minnesota municipalities from enacting or enforcing zoning ordinances that ban emergency housing facilities, except in residential or agricultural zones. The bill defines an emergency housing facility as a temporary shelter providing day-to-day sleeping and restroom access for people without permanent housing, for less than six months. This law directly affects cities, towns, and townships by restricting their zoning authority to block such facilities in most areas, ensuring they cannot be prohibited through local ordinances. The policy change requires municipalities to allow these facilities in non-residential zones, impacting how communities manage short-term housing solutions for homeless residents.