This bill modifies eviction rules for residents of manufactured home parks in Minnesota to provide more time for them to vacate and protect their financial interests. It extends the period during which a court order to remove a home is paused from seven to 90 days, allowing residents to arrange for the home's removal or an in-park sale, while also ensuring they can stay in the home for ten days after the order is issued. The legislation requires park owners to include a specific notice in eviction paperwork explaining that residents are entitled to any leftover money from a future sale of their home after debts are paid. Additionally, it mandates that if a park owner takes title to a home and sells it, any surplus funds must be returned to the former resident within 30 days once contact information is provided. These changes aim to clarify procedures and ensure fair treatment for residents facing eviction proceedings.
This bill allocates $250,000 from the state's general fund to conduct a study on how increased immigration enforcement affects Minnesota's economy. The analysis, which must be completed by February 1, 2027, will examine the impact on the workforce, small businesses, and key industries such as agriculture, healthcare, and construction. It will also look at regional differences across the state and how enforcement might influence consumer spending and tax revenue. The report will be submitted to legislative leaders overseeing workforce and economic development, with the option to hire an independent third party to prepare the findings.
This bill creates new criminal penalties for anyone who attempts to bribe or corruptly influence a juror in Minnesota. It directly affects individuals who offer bribes to jurors, jurors who accept them, and anyone using threats or deception to sway a juror's decision. Under the new law, offering or accepting a bribe is a felony punishable by up to ten years in prison or a fine of $20,000, while corruptly influencing a legislator or juror through menace or deception carries a penalty of up to five years in prison or a $10,000 fine. These provisions will become effective on August 1, 2026, and apply to crimes committed on or after that date.
This bill establishes a new Office of the State Inspector General in Minnesota to oversee state government operations and investigates potential fraud or misuse reported by the public. It creates an advisory committee to support the office and requires the state legislative auditor to forward relevant public reports to this new inspector general for review. The legislation also expands the legal definition of "public official" to include the state inspector general and transfers certain duties from existing agencies to the new office. Additionally, the bill places limits on specific programs that may receive public funds and provides money to support these new functions.
This bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $100 million in bonds to fund capital improvements for specific event venues in downtown St. Paul: the RiverCentre Arena, the RiverCentre complex, and Roy Wilkins Auditorium. The funds are intended for physical upgrades such as renovating and expanding spaces, improving safety and accessibility, updating mechanical systems, and enhancing facilities for performers, athletes, and visitors. A key provision limits the use of these funds so that no more than 62.5 percent can be spent on the RiverCentre Arena, while the remaining amount covers the other two venues. The legislation also establishes the legal framework for managing the bond proceeds and outlines the types of financial agreements the state commissioner can enter into to support the project.
This bill proposes significant changes to Minnesota's tax system, including a new gross receipts tax on firearms and a new tax on social media companies, while simultaneously lowering the statewide sales tax rate and expanding the range of items subject to it. The legislation also introduces a commission on artificial intelligence, modifies existing credits for sustainable aviation fuel and historic structure rehabilitation, and updates tax laws to align with federal reporting requirements for various income payments. Additionally, the bill adjusts the dependent care credit, alters the cannabis gross receipts tax, and appropriates funds for state operations.
This bill allocates $1.5 million from the arts and cultural heritage fund to the City of Minneapolis to create a public memorial honoring Renée Good and Alex Pretti. The memorial will feature statues, educational exhibits, and a space for community reflection, focusing on their deaths and the broader issues of civil rights and immigration enforcement. The project requires a collaborative planning process involving local residents, civil rights groups, artists, and historians, with oversight provided by a partnership including city officials and state legislators. While the state provides the initial funding, the city is permitted to seek additional private donations and partnerships to cover design, programming, and long-term maintenance costs.
This bill appropriates $200,000 from the state general fund to support the construction of a regional veterans memorial in North Branch. The funds are provided as a one-time grant to the city through the commissioner of employment and economic development. The money remains available for the project until it is finished or the project is abandoned. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final enactment.
This bill authorizes the state of Minnesota to issue up to $75 million in bonds to fund the renovation of the Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul. The funds will be used by the city to upgrade the facility's infrastructure, including its heating and cooling systems, electrical and plumbing networks, and security features. Additionally, the project will expand and reconfigure interior and exterior event spaces while improving accessibility and storage areas for equipment. The legislation also includes upgrades to visitor amenities such as restrooms, seating, and sound systems to support ongoing operations.
This bill allocates $25,000 from the state's general fund to the Minnesota Supreme Court to hire the National Parents Organization for a study on child custody and parenting time cases. The study will review court files from family law matters involving divorce, custody, parenting time, and paternity to analyze outcomes for children. By December 31, 2026, the organization must submit a report detailing its findings and offering legislative suggestions to improve family outcomes. The funds are designated as a one-time appropriation specifically for this research project.
This bill authorizes the issuance of state bonds to raise up to $10.3 million for capital improvements at the Thief River Falls Regional Airport. The funds will be used to acquire land, extend and relocate the airport runway, upgrade taxiways, and update navigation systems. Additionally, the project includes reconstructing a portion of County State-Aid Highway 17 to support the airport expansion. The money will come from the bond proceeds fund and is managed by the state commissioner of transportation for the airport authority.
This bill modifies Minnesota's individual and corporate franchise taxes by updating how nonresident partners, shareholders, and beneficiaries of estates or trusts can file composite tax returns. It allows these entities to elect a simplified filing method where the partnership or corporation calculates and pays the tax on their behalf, provided they have no other Minnesota-source income. The legislation also clarifies definitions of net income for trusts, estates, and corporations and removes outdated provisions related to the JOBZ program. These changes will take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
