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in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 1233: Women's athletics exemption created in the Human Rights Act.

HF 1233 creates a specific exemption in Minnesota's Human Rights Act allowing athletic programs to restrict participation to females based on biological sex at birth, excluding trans-identifying athletes. It directly affects schools, sports organizations, and athletic associations by permitting them to enforce gender-based participation rules without facing legal challenges under the Human Rights Act. The bill defines "sex" as biological factors (like chromosomes and genetics at birth), separate from gender identity, and prohibits government agencies from pursuing complaints against such policies. This exemption applies to all female athletic teams and competitions, while still allowing males to train with such teams if it doesn't deprive females of opportunities.
Natalie Zeleznikar (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 3173: Private equity company ownership of single-family homes limitations provision, attorney general enforcement provisions and penalties

This bill restricts corporate ownership of single-family homes by prohibiting any corporate owner (including corporations, partnerships, or real estate investment trusts) from owning 50 or more such homes. It increases the deed tax rate to 0.5% for transfers of single-family homes to corporate owners (from the standard 0.0033%), with revenues dedicated to affordable housing programs. The bill also creates a statewide landlord database and includes exceptions for government entities, affordable housing nonprofits, and homeowners with homestead property. These changes aim to limit large-scale corporate control of residential housing while funding affordability initiatives.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases deed tax rate to 0.5% for corporate home transfers, dedicating revenues to affordable housing programs, directly funding public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill dedicates increased corporate deed tax revenue to affordable housing programs and restricts corporate ownership of single-family homes to protect housing access.95% confidence
Liz Boldon (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3127: Expiration of the pass-through entity tax modified.

HF 3127 modifies Minnesota's pass-through entity tax election process, allowing certain businesses (like partnerships and S corporations) to file a single tax return instead of requiring each owner to file individually. It specifies that qualifying entities must meet ownership thresholds (over 50% of qualifying owners) to elect this tax, and the election is irrevocable for the tax year. The bill clarifies that the tax amount equals each qualifying owner's income multiplied by Minnesota's highest individual tax rate, without allowing standard deductions. This directly affects pass-through business owners and entities filing under Minnesota Statutes 289A.08 and 290.06. The changes streamline tax filing for these entities while maintaining the tax calculation method.
Greg Davids (R) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 1435: Advanced nuclear study requirement provision and appropriation

SF 1435 requires Minnesota's commissioner of commerce to study the potential costs, benefits, and impacts of advanced nuclear reactors in the state. The study must examine effects on greenhouse gas goals, electricity rates, grid reliability, environmental impacts, local jobs, economic development, and necessary changes to current state laws. The bill appropriates $150,000 from the general fund for this study, with a report due to legislative energy committees by January 31, 2026. This bill directly affects the commissioner's office and shapes future energy policy decisions, but does not authorize or fund nuclear projects itself.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates study of advanced nuclear reactors' benefits for greenhouse gas goals, grid reliability, and clean energy development, aligning with climate and energy policy objectives.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires study of advanced nuclear's environmental impacts and greenhouse gas benefits, aligning with clean energy transition goals. Study scope explicitly includes environmental impacts and emissions reduction.85% confidence
Andrew Mathews (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 2113: Small employers exempted from requirement to provide paid leave.

HF 2113 exempts small Minnesota employers with 50 or fewer employees from the state's paid leave requirement. This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 268B.01, to explicitly exclude such employers from the paid leave mandate. Small businesses that currently meet the 50-employee threshold will no longer be required to provide paid leave under this law. Employers with 50 or fewer employees may still choose to opt into the paid leave program if they wish. The bill directly affects small business owners and their employees in Minnesota.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentExempts small employers from paid leave mandate, reducing worker benefit requirements and weakening employment standards for covered employees.95% confidence
Kristin Robbins (R) · 24 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 2740: Report on the affordable housing industry required, maximum compliance period for certain low-income tax credit commitment requirements set, and commissioner of Minnesota Housing Finance Agency required to identify avenues for potential regulatory relief to affordable housing providers.

HF 2740 requires Minnesota’s Housing Finance Agency commissioner to submit annual reports on affordable housing funding applications, awards, and housing units (including construction/renovation types), plus annual financial stability data broken down by region. It limits commitment terms for low-income tax credit programs to match federal compliance periods (Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code), directly affecting housing providers who must meet these requirements. The bill also mandates the commissioner to develop a policy framework for stabilizing affordable housing by identifying regulatory relief options and proposing improvements by January 2026, with $ appropriated from the Housing Development Fund for this work. These provisions primarily impact affordable housing providers, local governments receiving aid, and the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for affordable housing programs, aligns state compliance with federal tax credit rules, and mandates reporting to support housing access and stability.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires annual affordable housing reporting, mandates regulatory relief for providers, and aligns tax credit compliance to strengthen program oversight and accessibility.92% confidence
Mike Howard (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SF 2061: Residential property rights with regard to flag display limitation prohibition

This bill prohibits restrictions on displaying specific flags in residential settings. It voids any deed restriction, homeowners association rule, rental agreement, or local ordinance that limits the display of the U.S. flag, Minnesota state flag, POW/MIA flag, U.S. Armed Forces branch flags, or Blue/Gold Star Service flags. The law directly affects homeowners, tenants, and homeowners associations by making such display limitations unenforceable. It applies to all residential property agreements, including HOA documents and rental contracts, regardless of when the restriction was created. The bill takes effect upon final enactment.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly protects display of POW/MIA and Blue/Gold Star flags, which symbolize veterans' service and sacrifice, directly recognizing veteran contributions.95% confidence
Zach Duckworth (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 971: Brooklyn Park Northwest Metro Regional Athletic Facility funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill appropriates $9.5 million from state bond proceeds to fund the construction of a Northwest Metro Regional Athletic Facility in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. The funds will be provided as a grant to the city of Brooklyn Park to build an addition to its community activity center, including multi-court gym space. The state will issue bonds up to $9.5 million to cover this appropriation, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. The facility will serve regional athletic needs for residents in the Brooklyn Park area.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $9.5M via state bonds for public facility construction, directly funding government spending under fiscal management.90% confidence
Huldah Hiltsley (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 7, 2026

HF 3133: Physician and medical resident eligibility for loan forgiveness under the health professional education loan forgiveness program modified.

HF 3133 modifies Minnesota's health professional education loan forgiveness program to explicitly include medical residents. The bill amends the statute to define "medical resident" as individuals training in family practice, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, or emergency medicine. This change directly affects medical residents completing training in these specialties who wish to qualify for loan forgiveness. The key mechanism is adding medical residents to the list of eligible professionals under the program, expanding access to the existing loan forgiveness benefit.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands state-funded loan forgiveness program, increasing government spending on health professional education, aligning with fiscal support for essential programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands loan forgiveness eligibility for medical residents in higher education, supporting access to health professional education programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly expands loan forgiveness eligibility to medical residents in key specialties, supporting healthcare workforce development and improving access to care through financial assistance for providers.90% confidence
Mary Franson (R)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SF 4481: Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership appropriation

This bill allocates $1,060,000 from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to support the Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership, which is administered by the Office of Higher Education. The funding is intended to continue the partnership's work on connecting early childhood education through grade 12, as authorized under existing state law. The appropriation directly affects the state budget and the partnership's operational capacity, without specifying new program requirements or eligibility changes. This measure is a straightforward funding request that maintains existing financial support for the initiative.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1.06M from state general fund to support P-20 Education Partnership, directly increasing funding for public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $1,060,000 to fund Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership, directly supporting K-12 and higher education connection efforts.95% confidence
Clare Oumou Verbeten (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SF 4571: Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure grant program eligible projects modifications, greater Minnesota housing infrastructure program appropriation, and bond issuance authorization

This bill expands the types of housing projects eligible for Minnesota's Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure grant program by adding manufactured home developments that qualify for homestead treatment. It appropriates $15 million from bond proceeds to fund these grants through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. The legislation also authorizes the state to issue up to $15 million in general obligation bonds to finance this appropriation. These changes directly affect housing developers, communities, and the state housing agency responsible for administering the grant program.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $15M from bond proceeds to fund housing infrastructure grants, directly advancing state budget allocation for essential housing programs.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands eligible housing projects for grants, appropriates $15M funding, and authorizes bond issuance to support Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure.95% confidence
Grant Hauschild (D)
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SF 4540: Cannabis business license and endorsement provisions modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's cannabis regulations by creating a new edible cannabinoid product handler endorsement for businesses that manufacture, process, sell, or store edible cannabis products. The endorsement is available to licensed cannabis microbusinesses, mezzobusinesses, manufacturers, lower-potency hemp edible manufacturers, and medical cannabis combination businesses, and it prohibits manufacturing edible cannabis products at the same location where food is produced except for limited development, sampling, or testing. The legislation also establishes civil penalties for selling cannabis flower or concentrate without a proper license, with fines ranging from $3,000 to $1,000,000 depending on the quantity involved. These changes directly affect cannabis business operators and aim to strengthen oversight of edible product handling and unlicensed sales.
Scott Dibble (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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