Sen. Scott Dibble

Maddy summaryThis bill regulates cannabis edibles sold in Minnesota by setting clear safety and labeling standards. It limits THC content to a maximum of 5 milligrams per serving for non-beverage edibles (50mg total per package) and 10 milligrams per serving for beverages (max two servings per container). The bill prohibits packaging or marketing that appeals to children (like cartoon characters or candy-like designs), requires child-resistant packaging for non-beverage products, and mandates specific labeling including serving size, cannabinoid content, and a "keep out of reach of children" warning. These rules directly affect cannabis businesses selling edibles and ensure products meet safety standards for consumers.

Maddy summarySF 3544 establishes a "LGBTQIA2S+ and HIV Long-Term Care Bill of Rights" to protect residents in long-term care facilities, home care clients, and home/community-based services recipients. The bill prohibits specific discriminatory practices - including forcing residents to wear clothing against their gender identity, refusing preferred names/pronouns, imposing detransitioning, restricting medical decisions, or discharging based on sexual orientation, gender identity, HIV status, or intersex status. It requires facilities to provide staff training in LGBTQIA2S+ and HIV cultural competency and mandates clear notices about residents' rights. The bill also authorizes civil actions for violations and amends multiple Minnesota Statutes to implement these protections.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $10 million in bond proceeds to acquire private lands within existing Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. The funds will be used to purchase property from willing sellers for creating new parks or expanding current ones, as defined in Minnesota law. The state will sell up to $10 million in bonds under established procedures to fund these land acquisitions. It directly affects landowners within designated park boundaries and the state's natural resources management system.

Maddy summarySF 3525 is a symbolic resolution (not a binding law) introduced by Minnesota Senate authors condemning federal executive orders related to immigration. It expresses Minnesota's commitment to welcoming immigrants and refugees, citing the state's history and current immigrant population, and formally opposes policies targeting immigrants. The resolution urges the president to halt these policies, calls on Minnesota's federal representatives to oppose them, and requests Congress to support immigration reform and repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. As a resolution, it has no legal effect but serves as a formal statement of legislative position.

Maddy summarySF 2415 establishes the Companion Animal Board to promote the welfare of cats, dogs, and other nonagricultural pets (like rabbits, ferrets, and small reptiles) in Minnesota. The board, composed of 13 appointed members representing veterinarians, local communities, animal shelters/rescues, breeders, and mental health professionals, will administer related laws and issue rules. It transfers duties from other entities to this new board and authorizes funding for its operations, while explicitly excluding agricultural animals, wildlife, and veterinary medicine oversight. The bill directly affects pet owners, animal shelters, rescues, and breeders by creating a dedicated state body for companion animal welfare.

Maddy summarySF 3479 proposes adding a new constitutional amendment to Minnesota's state constitution. If approved by voters in 2026, it would guarantee all people equal rights under Minnesota law and prohibit state discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sex - including protections for pregnancy decisions, gender identity, and sexual orientation. The amendment requires state actions that limit rights to be the "least restrictive means" of achieving a compelling government goal. This constitutional change would apply to all state agencies and political subdivisions, taking effect January 1, 2027, if ratified. It does not replace existing anti-discrimination laws but adds a new constitutional standard.

Maddy summaryMinnesota Senate File 1422 authorizes cities to create "land-value taxation districts" where property taxes are based primarily on land value (excluding improvements) rather than total property value. It directly affects property owners within designated districts, requiring cities to adopt ordinances describing the district boundaries and tax reallocation method. Key provisions include mandating a public hearing, requiring cities to evaluate the district's economic impact for 15+ years, and specifying that taxes must be distributed using uniform rates on land value (excluding improvements) as defined in state law. The bill takes effect for property taxes payable in 2026.

Maddy summarySF 3430 modifies the duties of Minnesota's Advisory Council on Traffic Safety. It adds a specific requirement for the council to "make recommendations on safe road zone safety measures under section 169.065" to the list of their existing responsibilities. The bill also clarifies administrative procedures, specifying that the Office of Traffic Safety (within the Department of Public Safety) will manage the council's operations and that the council must meet at least four times annually. This update directly affects the council's structure and reporting obligations, ensuring clearer guidance for how they advise state agencies on traffic safety programs and grant oversight.

Maddy summarySF 3401 expands Minnesota's unitary tax system to include foreign corporations, meaning foreign-owned corporate groups operating in Minnesota will now be treated as a single entity for state tax purposes. The bill adds a tax subtraction for global intangible low-taxed income (GILTI), which is income from foreign subsidiaries subject to a federal minimum tax under U.S. law. These changes apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025. The bill directly affects foreign corporations with Minnesota operations that are part of multinational groups subject to unitary taxation.

Maddy summarySF 3390 appropriates $10 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to fund an expanded corporate tax compliance initiative by the Minnesota Department of Revenue. The initiative targets corporations with $25 million or more in Minnesota sales or gross receipts that may not be accurately reporting income or paying all owed taxes. It focuses on enhancing enforcement activities to identify and collect unpaid corporate franchise taxes, with funds available until July 1, 2029. This is a funding measure, not a new tax policy, and must supplement existing resources without replacing them.