Minnesota Congressional Bills

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8561: Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2026

This legislation establishes a new Commission on Americans Living Abroad within the executive branch to study the impact of federal laws on U.S. citizens residing overseas. The ten-member commission will be appointed by the President and tasked with examining issues such as tax compliance, access to federal benefits, and voting rights for Americans living abroad. Within one year of enactment, the commission must submit a report to Congress and the President containing findings and recommendations to reduce regulatory burdens on Americans living abroad. The commission is authorized to operate for two years with a funding allocation of $2 million before it terminates.

passed · Minnesota · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 668: A resolution designating April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".

This Senate resolution designates April 2026 as Second Chance Month to raise awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with criminal records as they reenter society. The bill highlights how legal and societal barriers, such as restrictions on employment, housing, and education, often prevent formerly incarcerated people from finding meaningful work and rebuilding their lives. By honoring the work of communities and organizations that support reentry, the resolution encourages employers and the public to consider extending second chances to those who have completed their sentences. The designation aims to promote understanding of these obstacles and foster opportunities for individuals to contribute positively to their families and communities.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SJRES 124: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution (SJRES 124) directs the President to remove U.S. military forces from Cuba unless Congress has declared war or specifically authorized military action against Cuba. It applies to all current operations in Cuba, including Coast Guard enforcement activities, which the resolution defines as "hostilities" under the War Powers Resolution. The bill asserts Congress holds the sole constitutional authority to authorize military force under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution. It does not prevent defensive actions against imminent attacks or lawful counternarcotics operations.

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 161: New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act

New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act This bill modifies terminology for purposes of the New Source Review (NSR) permitting program of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In order for a change to a stationary source to be a modification (a change to a stationary source that increases the air pollutant emissions or results in new pollutants) for purposes of the NSR permitting program, the maximum hourly emission rate achievable by such source must be higher than the maximum hourly rate achievable by such source during any hour in the 10-year period preceding the change. A change at a stationary source is not considered to be a modification under the bill if it is designed to (1) reduce the amount of any air pollutant emitted; or (2) restore, maintain, or improve the reliability of operations at, or safety of, the source. However, such changes are not excepted if the EPA determines the increase in the maximum achievable hourly emission rate from such change would cause an adverse effect on human health or the environment. Construction , in connection with a major emitting facility (a type of stationary source), does not include a change at such a facility that does not result in a significant emissions increase or a significant net emissions increase. In relation to major emitting facilities in nonattainment areas, the terms modifications and modified do not include changes at such facilities that do not result in a significant emissions increase or a significant net emissions increase.

Topics ✗ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4389: HELP Separated Children Act

The HELP Separated Children Act directs the Department of Homeland Security to identify parents of U.S. children during immigration enforcement actions and ensures they can make phone calls to arrange care for their children. It requires officials to notify child welfare agencies only when a parent cannot arrange care for their child or when there is an imminent risk of harm to the child. The bill also mandates that detained parents be allowed regular contact with their children, participate in family court proceedings, and be considered for release if it serves the child's best interests. Additionally, the legislation requires federal employees involved in these actions to receive training on minimizing trauma to children and establishes a system for collecting data on how the law is implemented.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Tina Smith (D) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4388: Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2026

The Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2026 expands disaster relief assistance to individuals who lived in disaster areas but lacked formal proof of ownership or were not renting, including those who were homeless or stayed in temporary accommodations. It allows these eligible households to use federal funds to pay for obtaining property titles, such as costs for land surveys and associated taxes, by accepting a wide range of documents like utility bills, driver's licenses, and school records as evidence of their connection to the property. The bill also requires FEMA to create a simple, non-notarized form for applicants to self-certify their eligibility and mandates that the agency consult with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to coordinate temporary rental assistance programs for displaced residents. Additionally, the legislation amends existing disaster housing rules to focus on ensuring residences are habitable during long-term recovery and permits temporary housing if the President deems it a cost-effective alternative to other solutions.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4387: Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act

The Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act directs the Department of Health and Human Services to fund research and grants aimed at understanding how violence and trauma affect the health of pregnant and postpartum individuals. This legislation authorizes $15 million over three years to support state, local, and community organizations in developing culturally relevant programs that address issues like domestic violence, sexual assault, and mental health among birthing persons. Additionally, the bill requires the government to publish guidelines for healthcare providers on routinely screening for intimate partner violence and implementing trauma-informed care plans. The law specifically prioritizes initiatives that serve diverse communities, including Black, Hispanic, American Indian, and LGBTQIA2S+ populations, as well as adolescent mothers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4385: Community Connect Grant Program Act of 2026

The Community Connect Grant Program Act of 2026 modifies the Rural Electrification Act to update eligibility criteria for broadband funding in rural areas. It raises the minimum internet speed requirements for grant recipients, increasing downstream capacity from 100 Mbps to 100 Mbps and upstream capacity from 20 Mbps to 20 Mbps, while also adjusting specific speed thresholds for other categories. Additionally, the bill extends the deadline for certain program provisions from 2023 to 2031 and clarifies that future broadband commitments count toward eligibility. These changes directly affect rural communities and the financial institutions that administer broadband infrastructure grants.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8497: Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act

The Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel production through 2029. It prevents taxpayers from receiving both the production credit and the fuel use credit for the same fuel, ensuring only one benefit is claimed. These changes apply to fuel sold or used after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Mike Carey (R) · 17 co-sponsors

signed · Minnesota · House Apr 27, 2026

HJRES 140: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.

HJRES 140 is a procedural resolution seeking congressional disapproval of a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule published in the Federal Register (88 Fed. Reg. 6308, January 31, 2023). The resolution targets Public Land Order No. 7917, which proposed withdrawing federal lands in Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, Minnesota. If passed, this resolution would block the BLM rule from taking effect by invoking the disapproval process under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code. It directly affects the implementation of the land withdrawal proposal but does not alter the underlying land status or create new policy.

Topics ✗ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 24, 2026

HR 8494: To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from entering into, modifying, extending, or renewing, any contract or intergovernmental service agreement to establish or operate any new immigration detention model, including the use of warehouses, modular facilities, soft-sided structures, tent systems, and processing centers.

This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from using federal funds to create or expand new immigration detention facilities, including warehouses, tents, and modular structures. It directly affects immigration enforcement agencies by banning the construction, renovation, or operation of non-traditional detention centers and preventing the transfer of funds to such projects. The legislation requires any money previously allocated for these facilities to be redirected toward affordable healthcare and housing services instead. Effective immediately upon enactment, the ban applies to all existing federal funds and prevents the use of current budgets for establishing or operating alternative detention models.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✗ Immigration

Rashida Tlaib (D) · 25 co-sponsors

in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1212: Expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

This House Resolution expresses support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries across the United States and the essential services they provide to communities. It recognizes libraries as critical infrastructure and supports prioritizing full funding for their services at federal, state, and local levels. The resolution also reaffirms the public's right to access information, the right of library workers to organize and collectively bargain, and their civil rights to perform their duties without intimidation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

Pramila Jayapal (D) · 27 co-sponsors

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