HF 3479 clarifies a homeowner's right to postpone a mortgage foreclosure sale for properties classified as homestead (one to four dwelling units). Homeowners facing foreclosure can file a sworn affidavit at least 15 days before the sale date to delay the sale to the next non-weekend, non-holiday date - five months later if the redemption period is six months, or 11 months later if it's 12 months. This postponement automatically shortens the homeowner's redemption period to five weeks and requires recording the affidavit with county offices and providing copies to the sheriff and foreclosing attorney. The bill applies to foreclosures under Minnesota Statutes chapters 580 and 581, effective upon enactment for notices recorded after that date.
This bill amends Minnesota's liquor laws to allow 17-year-olds to serve or sell alcohol in establishments with an on-sale license (like restaurants or bars), while maintaining the current prohibition for those under 18 in off-sale venues (like liquor stores). It directly affects 17-year-old workers in on-sale establishments and the businesses employing them. The key change modifies the existing age restriction in statute 340A.412, subdivision 10, removing the blanket under-18 ban for on-sale settings. The amendment does not change rules for off-sale liquor sales or the requirement that servers be at least 17 for on-sale locations.
This bill (HF 3556) is a naming resolution that commemorates Melissa Hortman by designating Minnesota's community solar garden program as the "Melissa Hortman Community Solar Garden Program." It does not change any program rules, funding, or operations - it only adds a short title to Minnesota Statutes section 216B.1641. The bill directly honors Melissa Hortman, a former state legislator, through this naming. It is procedural and has no policy impact beyond the name change.
This bill amends Minnesota law to clarify which healthcare professionals can serve as medical consultants for community health boards. It specifies that advanced practice nurses must be certified as clinical nurse specialists or nurse practitioners by a national organization acceptable to the Minnesota Board of Nursing. The change directly affects community health boards and the healthcare providers working with them, ensuring medical consultants meet defined credentialing standards. The bill modifies existing statute (145A.02, subd. 15) to add this clarity without expanding the list of eligible professions.
This bill eliminates Cesar Chavez Day as an official state observance in Minnesota by repealing the existing statute that established the holiday. The law removes the requirement to recognize March 31 as a day dedicated to celebrating the Latino community and honoring Cesar Chavez's contributions to labor rights and social justice. Once enacted, the state will no longer officially observe this day, though the legislative change does not affect private or community celebrations. The measure applies directly to state government operations and removes the legal basis for the annual commemoration.
This bill requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet away from a school bus displaying flashing red lights while children are boarding or exiting. It directly affects all drivers approaching school buses on Minnesota roads, mandating they remain stopped until the red lights cease flashing. The bill also adds a new provision warning drivers that amber lights indicate red lights will soon activate, requiring them to prepare to stop. These changes aim to improve safety for children near school bus stops. The bill is currently pending passage after committee approval.
HF 3615 extends the deadline for hemp businesses to use ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories for testing lower-potency hemp edibles and non-intoxicating hemp products. It changes the current January 1, 2026, deadline to May 31, 2027, for these specific products. This affects hemp businesses selling non-intoxicating hemp edibles and consumer products, requiring them to use accredited labs for safety testing. The bill modifies Minnesota Statutes 342.61 to delay the stricter testing requirement while maintaining safety standards. The extension provides additional time for businesses to comply with laboratory accreditation rules.
This bill appropriates $10 million for Minnesota's supportive housing program, with $9 million specifically targeting U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care grantees facing funding gaps before December 2026. It allows noncompetitive grants to existing HUD recipients to fill these gaps, covering permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, and related services. Grantees must report every 90 days on fund usage and people served, with compiled reports shared with lawmakers and the Legislative Reference Library. The funding is a one-time appropriation under Minnesota Statutes §462A.42.
HF 129 requires the Director of the state's child sex trafficking prevention program to submit an annual evaluation report to the legislature every odd-numbered year. This directly affects the state's child trafficking prevention program and the legislature, which will receive these evaluations for review. The key provision mandates these regular reports to assess the program's effectiveness, with the first report due in 2027. The bill became law on April 30, 2025, and takes effect August 1, 2025.
HF 1346 modifies the training requirements for mandatory reporters, such as teachers, healthcare workers, and social workers, who are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect. The bill updates current training standards to better equip these professionals with necessary knowledge and procedures. This change directly affects individuals in these roles who must complete the mandated training. The law became effective on August 1, 2025, following its approval by the governor on April 30, 2025.
HF 1014 allows the Minnesota Insurance Guarantee Association (MIGA) board to request financial information from insureds to verify if their net worth exceeds $25 million on December 31 of the prior year. This specifically affects insureds whose combined net worth (including subsidiaries) meets or surpasses this threshold, as claims from such insureds would otherwise be excluded from MIGA coverage. The bill requires MIGA to inform insureds of consequences for failing to provide requested financial details within 60 days, after which their net worth is automatically deemed above $25 million. The key mechanism streamlines MIGA’s ability to assess claim eligibility by verifying high-net-worth status through direct financial requests. This change amends Minnesota Statutes section 60C.09, subdivision 2.
HF 688 modifies Minnesota's housing law to include specific protections for individuals training service dogs. It defines a "service dog in training" as a dog actively trained under accredited organizations (like Assistance Dogs International), granting these individuals full housing access without extra fees. Landlords or homeowners associations must accept written certification from the training organization but may require it, and accommodations end when training concludes. This directly affects people training service dogs and housing providers across Minnesota, ensuring equal access to housing during the training phase.
