Sen. Sandy Pappas

Co-sponsor SF 5360

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

A memorial resolution requesting the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress to approve replacement of the statue of Henry Mower Rice now on display in the National Statuary Hall in the Capital of the United States

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the U.S. Congress to approve Minnesota's request to swap its existing statue of Henry Mower Rice for a new statue of former Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey in the National Statuary Hall. Under federal law, states can replace their donated statues after ten years, and Minnesota has chosen Humphrey to honor his long career in public service and his role in passing the Civil Rights Act. The state will handle the costs of removing the old statue and installing the new one, while the original Rice statue will be given to the Minnesota Historical Society. This resolution is a formal step in a process that requires final approval from the Library of Congress Joint Committee before the change can happen.

In committee May 17, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 5251

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Omnibus Capital Investment, bonds issued

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to spend money and issue bonds for capital improvements to public land, buildings, and infrastructure. It directs specific funding to the University of Minnesota and state colleges to address urgent needs such as heating plant repairs, HVAC system replacements, historic building upgrades, and safety enhancements on a pedestrian bridge. The legislation includes rules to ensure grant recipients have a plan to complete projects and restricts the use of funds for items that could be financed through other existing programs. Additionally, the bill allows for the use of appropriated funds to cover staff costs directly tied to these capital projects.

In committee May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 5201

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Omnibus Capital Investment appropriations

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes one-time funding from the state's general fund for fiscal year 2025 to support various capital improvement projects, such as building construction, renovation, and land acquisition. The legislation directly affects state agencies and officials by allocating specific sums for education library construction, administration building accommodations, and the development of sustainable building guidelines. A key provision requires that any project receiving these funds pay workers at least the prevailing wage rate and adhere to specific enforcement rules. Additionally, the bill establishes conditions for grant recipients to demonstrate their ability to fund future programs and modifies existing statutes related to capital investment and appropriations.

In committee May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 4643

died · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Omnibus Pension bill

died May 3, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 3986

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Certain state-owned land in the Cloquet Forestry Center transferred to the University of Minnesota and defeasance of outstanding debt on certain state bond financed property appropriation

In committee May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 4859

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

State Board of Investment; investment standards modifications to require sustainable investing

In committee Apr 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HF 3631

Signed into law · Minnesota House · Co-sponsor

Capital projects previous appropriations amended, and report submission date changed.

Signed into law Apr 27, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SF 5473

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Rondo Commemorative Plaza improvements appropriation

In committee Apr 24, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 5472

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

St. Paul community multicultural center appropriation

In committee Apr 24, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 5471

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Community Stabilization Project grant appropriation

In committee Apr 24, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track