Sen. Zaynab Mohamed

Maddy summarySF 3768 requires all health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover doula services - defined as childbirth support provided by a certified doula - without any out-of-pocket costs for enrollees (such as deductibles or co-pays). The bill prohibits health plans from imposing review requirements, referral limits, or quantity restrictions on this coverage. The commissioner of commerce will reimburse insurers for the added costs starting in fiscal year 2028, funded through state appropriations, with the policy taking effect January 1, 2027. This applies to all health plans offered after that date and modifies Medicaid coverage for doula services to align with these requirements.

Maddy summarySF 4042 requires all Minnesota public K-12 schools to implement 24/7 anonymous reporting systems by July 2028. These systems must include mobile apps, multilingual crisis centers staffed by trained professionals, and coordinated responses to threats involving students or staff. Schools must also provide evidence-based violence prevention training for students and public awareness about the system. Nonpublic schools are exempt, and the Department of Education must maintain a list of compliant third-party systems by 2027. The bill aims to improve school safety through accessible reporting while ensuring data privacy compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SF 3909) repeals a 2025 law (Laws 2025, First Special Session chapter 10, article 7, section 8) that required Minnesota to assume a $250 million annual reduction in special education aid funding starting July 2027. The repeal removes the mechanism that would have triggered further funding cuts if savings from special education reforms fell short of $250 million. By eliminating this contingent reduction, the bill ensures special education aid appropriations will not be automatically reduced based on that assumption. The change takes effect July 1, 2026, directly affecting how state funding for public school special education programs is calculated.

Maddy summaryMinnesota's SF 3681 would ban the possession of specific semiautomatic military-style assault weapons (like AR-15s, AK-47s, and similar models) and large-capacity ammunition magazines holding more than 10 rounds. It defines prohibited weapons by listing specific models and features, including firearms with folding stocks, pistol grips, or magazine capacities exceeding 10 rounds. The bill directly affects residents who currently own these banned firearms or magazines, requiring them to comply with the prohibition. Violations would incur criminal penalties under amended Minnesota statutes, though the exact penalties aren't detailed in the provided text.

Maddy summarySF 3931 prohibits Minnesota state agencies from withholding federal income tax from state employees' paychecks. The bill requires that when processing state employee pay, the commissioner of management and budget or agency heads must not withhold or remit federal income tax, replacing the previous requirement under Minnesota Statutes 16A.13. This repeal of the existing law (16A.13) shifts the responsibility for federal tax collection from the state to employees themselves. As a result, state employees would receive their full pay without federal income tax deductions, and they would be responsible for filing and paying their own federal income tax.

Maddy summarySF 3801 appropriates $750,000 from the workforce development fund for a one-time grant to Wallin Education Partners. The funds will support the organization’s career development program for under-resourced participants, including career exploration, skill-building, mentoring, and employment readiness. The grant also allows Wallin to expand its construction and healthcare pathways programs, which provide hands-on learning and work-based experience to prepare participants for careers in those fields. This bill directly affects Wallin Education Partners as the grant recipient and under-resourced individuals seeking career training opportunities.

Maddy summaryThis bill protects people who call for medical help during a drug overdose from being arrested or charged for drug possession. It applies to anyone present at the scene (defined as a "bystander") who stays until emergency help arrives and provides contact information. The law specifically states that seeking medical assistance for an overdose won’t lead to charges under drug laws, as long as the person acts in good faith. It does not cover cases where someone seeks help during a warrant execution, and it clarifies that substance use alone isn’t automatically considered neglect if the person is in a rehab program.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Minnesota's tax code to allow taxpayers to subtract certain damage awards from their individual income tax. It specifically creates a state tax subtraction for damages received in sexual harassment or abuse claims (where federal tax exclusion doesn't apply), or for injuries caused by federal immigration enforcement activities. The provision applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, and defines "qualifying claim" to cover these two specific scenarios. It directly affects Minnesota residents who receive such damages and file state income tax returns.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $3 million from the general fund for a one-time grant to the Immigrant Development Center, a nonprofit organization in Moorhead. The funds will support acquiring, renovating, and reconstructing a building to create a cultural mall housing 75 businesses and creating 140 jobs. The grant covers specific uses including building acquisition, demolition, system improvements, and interior renovations. The project directly affects the Immigrant Development Center and Moorhead businesses by enabling this economic development initiative.

Maddy summarySF 3652 would require Minnesota law enforcement agencies to use vehicles specifically designed for safely transporting people when detaining or moving suspects. The bill mandates that such vehicles must be owned or leased by a law enforcement agency, display clear agency markings, and include seats and seat belts for each person transported. Exceptions allow non-compliant vehicles during immediate threats to safety or undercover investigations. This bill directly affects all Minnesota law enforcement agencies responsible for transporting individuals in custody.