Sen. Scott Dibble

Maddy summaryThis bill requires companies seeking approval to build petroleum pipelines in Minnesota to submit more detailed demand forecasts when applying for a certificate of need from the Public Utilities Commission. The legislation specifically mandates that applicants provide separate annual forecasts for motor fuel and other refined petroleum products covering a 15-year period for both Minnesota and neighboring states. These forecasts must account for multiple factors including population growth, vehicle efficiency, electric vehicle adoption rates, and changes in crude oil prices and transportation infrastructure. Companies must also explain their underlying assumptions and how potential changes in those assumptions could affect their projected demand.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to allow Minnesota to issue bonds and incur public debt specifically for public information technology systems, licenses, and infrastructure. It would add a new provision (section j) to the state constitution, permitting the state and political subdivisions (like counties or cities) to finance capital costs - including design, acquisition, installation, construction, equipping, and servicing - of these IT systems through bonds. The amendment requires voter approval at the 2026 general election, with a specific yes/no question on the ballot. If passed, it would expand existing constitutional authority for public debt to cover modern IT infrastructure needs.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new licensing and registration requirements for entities selling travel insurance in Minnesota. It requires "limited lines travel insurance producers" (such as managing general agents and travel administrators) and "travel retailers" (businesses that arrange travel and offer insurance) to be licensed, with producers maintaining a registry of authorized retailers. The bill mandates clear disclosure to customers about policy terms, claims processes, and the identities of insurers and producers. It defines travel insurance to cover trip interruption, baggage loss, medical emergencies during travel, and related services, while excluding long-term medical plans. The bill is currently pending in the Commerce and Consumer Protection committee after introduction on February 23, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota's Department of Transportation to study and implement suicide prevention barriers (like nets or physical structures) for new bridge construction and major reconstructions. It mandates a study by January 2026 to identify high-risk bridges, evaluate barrier options, assess costs, and develop implementation criteria, with input from health, safety, and nonprofit organizations. The department must begin requiring these barriers in bridge projects starting January 2026, report annually on progress, and has $750,000 allocated for study and planning in fiscal year 2026. The policy directly affects all major bridge projects managed by the state transportation department.

Maddy summarySF 3985 modifies Minnesota's school bus safety rules. It requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet away from a school bus displaying flashing red lights until the stop arm retracts. The bill also mandates that all school buses obtain a USDOT number for inspection tracking and allows school buses to be used on public roads for driver training purposes. These changes directly affect school districts, bus operators, and drivers approaching school buses.

Maddy summaryThis legislation authorizes Hennepin County to impose a new local sales tax of up to one percent on purchases made after September 30, 2026. The revenue generated must be used to fund youth and amateur sports programs, extend library operating hours, and support a designated local teaching hospital with a level 1 trauma center. The county may issue bonds without a public election to finance these projects and is required to report annually to state legislative committees on how the funds are utilized. This measure directly affects residents and businesses within Hennepin County through the additional tax and the allocation of collected funds.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's film production tax credit program by expanding eligibility criteria and increasing the maximum credit percentage. It directly affects film and television production companies operating in Minnesota by allowing them to claim up to 40 percent of eligible production costs, with an additional 5 percent available if the project employs Minnesota residents in key creative roles, films outside the seven-county metro area, or hires a majority of local crew members. The legislation also lowers the minimum spending threshold for qualifying projects from $1 million to $400,000 and adds $150,000 for television commercials and Minnesota script productions, while defining new categories for key creative roles and below-the-line crew positions. Credits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis with an annual cap of $24.95 million, and projects must include visible promotion of Minnesota in their end credits to qualify.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Minnesota's Trunk Highway 610 as "Hortman Memorial Highway" in honor of someone named Hortman. It requires the state transportation commissioner to install signs displaying this new name on all route markers, alongside or instead of the highway number. The bill does not change transportation policies or funding - it solely commemorates an individual through highway signage. This is a ceremonial designation with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a one-time $10 million fund to reimburse Minnesota cities for costs related to federal immigration enforcement activities expected between December 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. Eligible expenses include operations for public safety, emergency management, public works, and legal counsel incurred during that specific period. Cities must submit verified cost reports to the state auditor by August 2026, after which funds will be distributed proportionally based on each city's certified expenses. The legislation also requires cities to return any state aid received if they subsequently obtain federal reimbursement for the same costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $75 million in bonds to fund capital improvements for arterial bus rapid transit projects. The funds will be distributed to the Metropolitan Council, which must allocate the money based on specific criteria such as project readiness, potential ridership, and alignment with existing transportation plans. The legislation covers costs for acquiring real property, designing and engineering the transitways, relocating utilities, and constructing the necessary facilities. Once passed, the commissioner of management and budget will sell the bonds to generate the required capital for these transportation enhancements.