Sen. Erin Maye Quade

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Metropolitan Airports Commission to increase transparency regarding flights at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport that carry passengers being held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Specifically, it mandates that the airport operator notify the commission of these flights and provides details on the number of detained passengers, including minors, along with flight schedules and routes. To further ensure public oversight, the commission must install a live-streaming camera at the relevant terminal to broadcast the loading and unloading of these flights and submit monthly reports to state legislators. These provisions apply directly to the airport authority and the specific terminal handling private and business flights, aiming to make the presence and movement of detained individuals more visible to the public.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota laws governing manufactured home parks to improve transparency and fairness in rent, utility billing, and park management. It directly affects park owners and residents by establishing clearer rules for how fees and charges are calculated and disclosed. Key provisions require rent increases to be limited to one per year with a three percent cap, mandate itemized utility bills, and restrict fees based on family size or home characteristics. The legislation also sets standards for safety inspections, including tree hazard removal timelines, and clarifies the role of resident representatives in park purchases.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals existing tax exemptions for aircraft sales and modifies how the revenue from those sales is handled. It removes exemptions for specific transactions involving aircraft and flight equipment that were previously protected from sales tax. Additionally, the bill changes the destination of tax revenue collected from taxable aircraft sales, directing it to the commissioner of education instead of the state airports fund. These changes will take effect for sales and purchases made after June 30, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new high school diploma in Minnesota specifically for veterans who did not complete high school before joining the military. It allows the state education commissioner to award a standard diploma to eligible veterans who served in the Korean Conflict, Vietnam War, or left high school to join active duty, provided they were honorably discharged and have a Minnesota connection (current resident, former student, or resident at time of death). The diploma is based on military service knowledge and experience, not traditional coursework. The Department of Education and Veterans Affairs will collaborate to assist veterans with applications.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires social media companies in Minnesota to adopt an open technical standard that allows users to easily move their data and connections between different platforms. It defines key terms such as "social media platform," "account interactions," and "expressed preferences" to clarify which services and user actions are covered under the new rules. The legislation aims to increase user control by mandating interoperability while explicitly excluding search engines, email providers, and other specific online services from its requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new state general levy specifically for residential homestead property in Minnesota and modifies how city aid is distributed to municipalities. The legislation requires the state to calculate a specific tax amount for home properties each year to fund a set level of financial assistance for cities, with these changes taking effect for taxes payable in 2027. Additionally, the bill updates the formula for city aid by ensuring each city receives an amount equal to the greater of its unmet need or a calculated percentage of its previous funding, while also defining a new category for high-value residential properties. These adjustments aim to create a more predictable funding stream for local governments and clarify how state taxes are applied to different types of real estate.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota employers to inform current employees within 72 hours if a federal immigration agency plans to inspect their employment eligibility records. It also mandates that employers prohibit federal immigration agents from entering nonpublic work areas, such as offices or storage rooms, unless the agents present a valid judicial warrant or court order. To support compliance, the state labor commissioner must provide a standardized notice template by August 2026, and employers face civil fines of up to $10,000 for failing to follow these notification and access rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $350,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the state's general fund to support Youth and AIDS Projects. The money will be given to the University of Minnesota Foundation to create and test nonmedical support services for Black males aged 15 to 34 who are at high risk for HIV. These services include case management and support without medical intervention, and the program must evaluate how well these status-neutral strategies work. The legislation directly affects the commissioner of health and the designated foundation, while targeting a specific demographic group for HIV prevention efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a legal cause of action allowing individuals who were minors when they underwent conversion therapy to sue mental health professionals for damages. It defines conversion therapy as practices attempting to change sexual orientation or gender identity, and specifies that psychological harm includes conditions like depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. The law permits parents or guardians to file lawsuits on behalf of minors who were injured, or to sue if the individual is deceased or incapacitated. If a plaintiff wins the case, they may receive injunctive relief to stop future violations, civil penalties of at least $50,000, various types of damages, and legal fees. The bill applies only to licensed mental health professionals in Minnesota and does not allow state or local government officials to enforce it.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits health insurance plans in Minnesota from covering conversion therapy for minors under 18 and vulnerable adults, effective January 1, 2027. It requires the commissioner of human rights to take actions to protect Minnesotans from conversion therapy, including investigating complaints against mental health practitioners who engage in such practices. The legislation amends existing human rights laws to expand the commissioner's authority to address discriminatory practices related to conversion therapy. Health plans offered to Minnesota residents must comply with these restrictions when renewing or issuing policies after the effective date.