Minnesota Bills

died · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 4598: Workers' Compensation Advisory Council 2026 recommendations adopted.

This bill modifies Minnesota's building code administration rules to allow municipalities to handle inspections and enforcement for certain state buildings and licensed facilities. It requires the state commissioner to enter agreements with municipalities that request these services and demonstrate they have enough trained personnel to perform them properly. The law also expands the list of simpler projects, such as roof replacements and HVAC upgrades, that municipalities can manage without state oversight if they meet specific criteria. Municipalities denied agreements can appeal the decision through a formal process, ensuring they have a chance to address any identified shortcomings.

passed · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 4546: Human services and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families forecasted program adjustments made.

This bill adjusts the forecasted program budgets for Minnesota's Department of Human Services and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. It modifies existing appropriation amounts from the general fund and the Health Care Access Fund to reflect updated financial projections for various programs. The changes specifically affect funding levels for services including general assistance, housing support, MinnesotaCare, and medical assistance. The legislation provides updated budget figures to guide how these state agencies allocate resources in the coming years.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing

in committee · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 4618: Requirements for the calculation of an enrollee's contribution toward cost-sharing and out-of-pocket maximum set.

This bill establishes how health insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers must calculate an enrollee's contribution toward cost-sharing and out-of-pocket maximums in Minnesota. It requires these entities to include all amounts paid by enrollees or on their behalf when determining these limits, regardless of whether the prescription drugs are covered under medical or pharmacy benefits. The legislation also specifies that these calculations only apply after an enrollee has met their plan deductible if doing so earlier would affect eligibility for health savings accounts or catastrophic health plans. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2027, for health plans offered, issued, or renewed on or after that date.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 4348: Thermal energy networks designated as public improvements and waterworks.

This bill designates thermal energy networks as public improvements and waterworks, allowing municipalities in Minnesota to acquire, construct, and maintain these systems alongside existing utilities like water and sewer infrastructure. The legislation amends state statutes to explicitly include thermal energy networks in the list of authorized municipal projects, enabling local governments to build and operate district heating systems as part of their public works responsibilities. By reclassifying these networks under existing legal frameworks for waterworks and public improvements, the bill provides municipalities with the authority to plan, fund, and manage thermal energy distribution without requiring new legislative approvals for each project.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 3926: Transportation; various provisions modified, silencing of railroad crossing bells prohibited, rail service improvement program accounts modified, town roads and private roads provisions modified, authorization for maintenance of Piney-Pinecreek Border Airport in Roseau County removed, highway designations repealed for the Hiawatha Pioneer Trail, and technical corrections made.

This bill modifies several Minnesota transportation laws, including raising the cost threshold for major highway projects from $15 million to $30 million in metropolitan areas and from $5 million to $15 million in nonmetropolitan areas. It also prohibits the silencing of railroad crossing bells at any crossing with an active warning system and removes state authorization to maintain the Piney-Pinecreek Border Airport in Roseau County. Additionally, the bill repeals highway designations for the Hiawatha Pioneer Trail and makes technical corrections to existing transportation statutes.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 3727: Market value exclusion modified for veterans with a disability by increasing exclusion amount for totally and permanently disabled veterans.

HF 3727 increases property tax relief for Minnesota veterans with service-connected disabilities by raising the market value exclusion amounts. Veterans with a 70% or higher disability rating now qualify for a $200,000 exclusion (up from $150,000), while those with a total and permanent 100% disability qualify for $400,000 (up from $300,000). The bill applies to veterans owning their primary residence ("homestead") in Minnesota, requiring certification of disability by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and honorable military discharge. Surviving spouses of qualifying veterans may also inherit this tax benefit under specific conditions. This change directly reduces taxable value for eligible veterans’ primary homes, lowering their property tax burden.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Veterans

in committee · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 3658: Processes for applying for, securing, and enforcing extreme risk protection orders modified.

HF 3658 modifies Minnesota's process for extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs), which are temporary court orders preventing individuals deemed a threat from accessing firearms. The bill expands who can file petitions - including law enforcement agencies, family/household members, and guardians - while clarifying definitions of "family or household members" and requiring specific evidence in petitions. Key changes include waiving court filing fees, mandating mental health professionals to report firearm-related suicide risks to law enforcement, and requiring courts to notify law enforcement and update background checks within 24 hours of issuing an order. These changes aim to streamline access to ERPOs for at-risk individuals and improve enforcement coordination.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 3540: Protection for veterans provided in the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

HF 3540 amends Minnesota's Human Rights Act to explicitly protect veterans from discrimination. It adds "veteran or military status" to the list of protected characteristics in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services, and education. The bill defines "veteran or military status" to include active/reserve military members and veterans as defined in federal law. This means employers, housing providers, and public services cannot discriminate against individuals based on their military service or veteran status. The change makes existing anti-discrimination protections apply to veterans in all covered areas of Minnesota law.

Topics ✓ Housing ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

in committee · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 244: Minneapolis; child and family services facility expansion and renovation funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill appropriates $10 million in state bond proceeds to fund the expansion and renovation of St. David's Center at 1130 Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis. The funds will support early childhood education, children's mental health services, pediatric therapy, and family support programs aimed at improving educational and health outcomes for children and families in Hennepin County. The state will issue bonds up to $10 million to cover these costs, with the project required to use the funds for specific services outlined in the bill. The appropriation is available until the facility project is completed.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

signed · Minnesota · Senate May 12, 2026

SF 1750: Common interest communities provisions modifications

SF 1750 modifies Minnesota laws governing common interest communities (like homeowners associations). It bans property managers from having financial ties to contractors without written disclosure, prohibits accepting kickbacks from contractors, and stops them from earning fees based on collected fines. The bill also limits automatic contract renewals (requiring 30 days' notice for nonrenewal) and mandates 60 days' notice for termination. These changes directly affect homeowners associations and their property management companies operating under Minnesota Statutes.

Eric Lucero (R) · 20 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · House May 12, 2026

HF 1695: Metropolitan Council; special transportation service forecast adjustments made, and money appropriated.

This bill appropriates $80,000 for the Civil Air Patrol in each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027, funded from the state airports fund and administered by the commissioner of transportation. It directly affects the Civil Air Patrol organization in Minnesota by providing dedicated state funding for its operations. The bill contains no policy changes or new requirements - only a specific funding allocation. As a procedural appropriation, it does not alter existing programs or create new obligations.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Minnesota · Senate May 11, 2026

SF 5276: Eligibility for assistance creation to manufactured home owners experiencing economic displacement

This bill expands eligibility for financial relocation assistance to manufactured home owners who face economic displacement due to significant rent increases. It defines economic displacement as a lot rent rise of over 10% in one year, 20% over three years, or 30% relative to the owner's income, ensuring these residents can access support funds. The legislation also removes the previous maximum funding threshold for the state's manufactured home relocation trust fund, allowing for greater financial resources to be available. Additionally, it clarifies how park owners can collect fees to contribute to this fund and outlines specific situations where owners are exempt from paying relocation costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

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