Sen. Zaynab Mohamed

Maddy summaryMinnesota's SF 3654 bans possession of specific semiautomatic firearms defined as "military-style assault weapons," including models like AR-15s, AK-47s, and Uzis, as well as weapons with features such as folding stocks, pistol grips, or magazines holding more than 10 rounds. The bill defines banned weapons broadly to cover redesigned versions of listed models and firearms meeting certain feature criteria (e.g., detachable magazines, threaded barrels). It directly affects individuals who legally possess these firearms in Minnesota, requiring them to comply with the ban or face criminal penalties. The legislation amends multiple statutes to establish these prohibitions and penalties, focusing on reducing access to weapons classified under this definition.

Maddy summaryThis bill makes Minnesota's traffic safety camera pilot program permanent, allowing cities and counties to continue using red light and speed cameras to enforce traffic laws. It establishes fixed fines ($40 for basic violations, $80 for speeds 20+ mph over limits) but requires a warning for first offenses and offers diversion through a traffic safety course for second offenses. Vehicle owners or renters caught by cameras can avoid fines if they prove the vehicle was stolen, transferred, operated during a medical emergency, or driven by someone else. The law explicitly excludes commercial drivers and commercial vehicles from penalties and clarifies that fines cannot lead to driver's license suspension.

Maddy summaryThis is a resolution (not a bill with legal effect), not a law. It condemns U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) actions during "Operation Metro Surge" in Minnesota, citing specific incidents including the deaths of two Minnesotans (Renee Good and Alex Pretti) and widespread reports of unlawful detentions, harassment, and constitutional rights violations. The resolution calls for a full investigation and accountability for federal officials involved. It directly affects Minnesotans who experienced these enforcement actions and their communities, which reported trauma, economic disruption, and safety concerns. The resolution is symbolic, urging federal officials to address these issues but not creating new legal requirements.

Maddy summarySF 1564 prohibits Minnesota homeowners' associations (HOAs) from restricting residents' right to display the U.S. flag or Minnesota state flag. It amends Minnesota Statutes § 500.215 to make any HOA rule limiting these displays void, while allowing reasonable exceptions for flag size (customary residential size), display location (on owner's exclusive property), and flag condition (good condition, no permanent damage). The bill directly affects HOA residents and governing documents in Minnesota communities. Exceptions also cover safety-related restrictions and requirements for legal display without causing property damage.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Minnesota cities, towns, and home rule charters to provide a copy of the attorney general's landlord-tenant guide when issuing or renewing a rental license. Landlords must receive either a physical copy or a digital link to the guide at the time of license issuance or renewal. The requirement applies directly to local governments that issue rental licenses and affects both landlords (who must provide the guide) and tenants (who receive the guide). The bill mandates this as a standard step during license processing, using the existing attorney general's guide as the resource. It does not change tenant or landlord rights but ensures access to the guide at a key administrative point.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates funding for Minnesota's human services programs, including aging services, disability support, healthcare, substance use treatment, and homelessness prevention. It directly affects nursing home workers, healthcare providers, and vulnerable populations served by these programs. Key provisions require the state board to investigate nursing home wage and benefit data to establish minimum employment standards for workers, effective January 2025. The bill also mandates reports, task forces, and technical adjustments to multiple human services statutes without creating new programs.

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 summaryThis Senate resolution reaffirms Minnesota's commitment to its sister-state relationship with Taiwan and encourages local businesses to refer to the region by that name. It expresses support for Taiwan's ongoing negotiations with the United States to finalize a Bilateral Trade Agreement, an Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement, and participation in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity. The bill also highlights the economic benefits of this partnership, noting significant trade volumes and agricultural exchanges between the two areas.

Maddy summaryHF 1792 modifies the definition of "investor seller" in Minnesota's contracts for deed laws and makes technical corrections to related statutes. This bill directly affects property sellers and buyers using contracts for deed, particularly investor sellers (non-owner-occupant sellers), by clarifying their legal definition and adjusting statutory language. Key provisions update sections of Minnesota Statutes to align terminology and correct minor errors without changing core contract for deed requirements. These changes streamline the recording process for property transfers and tax obligations in such transactions.

Maddy summaryThis Minnesota bill (SF 1797) requires lenders to pause monthly payments for victims whose cell phones, vehicles, or other property associated with a bill is seized as evidence in a crime. Victims must provide law enforcement documentation verifying the seizure, and lenders cannot resume payments until the property is returned. The bill also prohibits lenders from reporting payment failures to credit agencies during the seizure period. This directly affects lenders and individuals whose property is held by law enforcement as evidence.