Sen. Erin Maye Quade

Maddy summaryThis bill requires certain online platforms operating in Minnesota to disclose how their algorithmic systems rank and recommend content to users. It applies to businesses that use automated systems to determine what users see based on personal data, excluding simple search queries or device settings. The legislation mandates design transparency by allowing users to opt out of algorithmic recommendations and choose alternative ways to interact with the platform. Covered platforms must also provide information about how they measure user engagement and long-term value, while the state commissioner of commerce is authorized to create additional rules for implementation. Civil penalties are established for non-compliance with these transparency and user choice requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's Read Act to strengthen reading instruction and assessment requirements for public school students. It mandates that all districts provide evidence-based reading instruction focused on foundational skills like phonemic awareness, phonics, and fluency, while also supporting multilingual learners and students with special education needs. The legislation requires universal screening of students in grades K-3 three times per year using approved tools to identify reading difficulties and characteristics of dyslexia, with specific provisions for dual language immersion programs and an opt-out option for parents. Districts must report screening data and intervention efforts to the Department of Education, and are encouraged to adopt Multi-Tiered Systems of Support frameworks to monitor student progress and provide targeted interventions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires licensed child care centers in Minnesota to restrict access for certain federal immigration agents. Specifically, it prohibits DHS, ICE, CBP, or USCIS agents from entering child care facilities without a valid judicial warrant, written purpose statement, identification, and approval from the center's license holder. If access is granted, centers must limit agents to areas where children are not present. The law directly affects all licensed and certified license-exempt child care centers operating in Minnesota, aiming to protect children's safety during federal immigration enforcement activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Minnesota's Read Act to establish an ongoing process for reviewing educational curricula used in schools. It requires the state education department to allow school districts or curriculum publishers to request adding specific programs to the approved list, provided they are evidence-based, include structured literacy components, and meet cultural responsiveness criteria. After March 3, 2025, a fee of up to $3,500 applies for new review requests, while the department must complete a final review of previously submitted curricula by that date. The changes directly affect Minnesota school districts and curriculum publishers seeking approval for literacy materials.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies enrollment requirements for medical assistance providers in Minnesota, specifically targeting high-risk providers and certain home and community-based care services. It updates legal definitions of "controlling individuals" to include officers, compliance officers, and managerial officials who have decision-making authority over programs, while excluding certain financial institutions, government employees, and small shareholders. The changes clarify which individuals must be identified during provider enrollment and establish clearer responsibilities for program management and oversight. These provisions aim to improve transparency and accountability for organizations receiving medical assistance funding without altering existing eligibility criteria for receiving services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota court administrators to provide certified copies of adoption decrees and related documents to adoptive parents and adult adoptees. It amends state statutes to ensure that individuals who adopted children from foreign countries can obtain official records confirming their adoption, including original birth records and court findings. The legislation also clarifies definitions for adult adoptees and establishes procedures for requesting these documents from state registrars, while maintaining confidentiality for adoption proceedings.

Maddy summaryThis bill would ban the use of personal electronic devices like tablets and smartphones by children in Minnesota's publicly funded preschool and kindergarten programs. The restriction applies only when children are at school and does not allow device use without teacher or peer engagement. Schools must still permit device access for students with individualized education plans, family service plans, or 504 plans. The law would take effect on July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a one-year moratorium on issuing permits for new data centers in Minnesota, preventing state and local governments from approving such projects until a comprehensive report is completed. The Public Utility Commission must submit this report by July 1, 2027, or January 1, 2028 if extended, which will assess energy, water, and materials usage, environmental impacts, economic effects, and suitable locations for data centers. The report must also analyze impacts on Tribal Nations, include public feedback, and be prepared by an independent contractor with no conflicts of interest. The bill directly affects data center developers, local governments, and the Public Utility Commission, requiring them to wait for the report before approving new facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires cannabis business license applications in Minnesota to be available in both English and Spanish, making the application process more accessible to Spanish-speaking applicants. The law amends existing statutes to mandate that all required application forms and supporting documents be translated into Spanish, ensuring non-English speakers can fully understand and complete the licensing requirements. The provision takes effect on January 1, 2027, and applies to all new and renewing cannabis business license applications. The bill does not change the substantive requirements for obtaining a license but focuses on language accessibility in the application process.

Maddy summaryThis bill would legalize the personal use, possession, and transportation of psilocybin for adults aged 21 and older in Minnesota, removing criminal penalties for these activities while prohibiting commercial sale or distribution. It establishes a new Psychedelic Medicine Board to oversee regulations, set possession limits, and create public education and harm reduction programs. The legislation also authorizes rulemaking by the board, provides for civil actions, and includes provisions for criminal penalties related to violations of the new psilocybin rules.