This bill authorizes the issuance of up to $225 million in state bonds to fund clean water infrastructure improvements. The funds will be distributed through grants and loan matching programs to eligible municipalities for projects addressing emerging contaminants, water infrastructure upgrades, and point source pollution control. The legislation directs $22 million toward emerging contaminants, $19 million to match federal grants for water and drinking water revolving funds, $60 million for general water infrastructure grants, and $124 million for point source implementation projects. All funding is designated for qualified capital projects that must be approved under existing state statutes.
This bill modifies Minnesota election laws to formally define and regulate the use of mobile voting technology, allowing voters in jurisdictions that authorize it to receive and submit ballots via mobile devices. It updates state statutes to include mobile voting technology within the definition of electronic voting systems and establishes specific security requirements such as multifactor authentication, encryption during transmission, and the ability to print ballots in standard formats. The legislation also requires that voting rules and instructions be made conspicuously available to voters using mobile technology before they cast their ballots, while permitting municipalities to test experimental electronic voting systems without permanent adoption.
This bill proposes to create a tax subtraction for income earned by Minnesota residents who are 65 years of age or older. It would allow eligible senior taxpayers to exclude certain income from their taxable income when calculating their individual income tax liability. The provision applies to single taxpayers aged 65 or older and to married couples filing jointly if at least one spouse meets the age requirement. The bill would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
This bill authorizes the city of Caledonia to impose a 0.25% local sales and use tax if approved by voters in a special election. The tax revenue would be used to cover tax collection costs and fund up to $1.6 million for building a Public Safety Center. The city could also issue bonds to finance the project, with the tax revenue serving as repayment security. The tax would expire after ten years or once the project costs are fully covered, whichever comes first.
This bill creates a legal cause of action allowing individuals who were minors when they underwent conversion therapy to sue mental health professionals for damages. It defines conversion therapy as practices attempting to change sexual orientation or gender identity, and specifies that psychological harm includes conditions like depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. The law permits parents or guardians to file lawsuits on behalf of minors who were injured, or to sue if the individual is deceased or incapacitated. If a plaintiff wins the case, they may receive injunctive relief to stop future violations, civil penalties of at least $50,000, various types of damages, and legal fees. The bill applies only to licensed mental health professionals in Minnesota and does not allow state or local government officials to enforce it.
This bill establishes a trust system for current and recent foster youth in Minnesota who receive government benefits or other income, allowing financially responsible agencies to manage these funds on behalf of the children. The legislation authorizes agencies to apply as payees for Supplemental Security Income, retirement benefits, veteran benefits, and similar payments, while requiring written notice to the child, parents, guardians, and other relevant parties about the arrangement. Key provisions mandate that funds be used solely for the child's care, prohibit commingling with other funds, and require agencies to maintain records and submit annual reports to state officials. The bill also ensures that children aged 13 and older receive clear, in-person explanations about how their benefits are being managed.
This bill prohibits health insurance plans in Minnesota from covering conversion therapy for minors under 18 and vulnerable adults, effective January 1, 2027. It requires the commissioner of human rights to take actions to protect Minnesotans from conversion therapy, including investigating complaints against mental health practitioners who engage in such practices. The legislation amends existing human rights laws to expand the commissioner's authority to address discriminatory practices related to conversion therapy. Health plans offered to Minnesota residents must comply with these restrictions when renewing or issuing policies after the effective date.
This bill requires health insurance plans in Minnesota to cover home care nursing services without imposing quantity limits on the number of visits or hours provided. It directly affects individuals enrolled in health plans who also receive medical assistance, ensuring they receive ongoing skilled nursing care without arbitrary caps on coverage. The legislation defines home care nursing services as continuous, medically necessary care that cannot be safely delivered through intermittent visits, and mandates that plans refer to these services by this specific name in all coverage documents. While cost-sharing like copayments may still apply, the bill prohibits plans from restricting coverage based on the total amount of services needed, with most provisions taking effect in 2026.
This bill modifies Minnesota's mortgage foreclosure process to allow for online sales and the use of private selling officers, expanding how properties can be sold during foreclosure proceedings. It requires foreclosure notices to include specific information about online sales websites and private selling officer contact details, while also clarifying rules for calculating damages when proper notice is not sent to interested parties. The legislation updates various statutes to reflect these procedural changes and includes standardized language for foreclosure advice notices to help homeowners understand their options. These changes affect lenders, borrowers, and other parties involved in the foreclosure process by altering how sales are conducted and how notices are delivered.
This bill requires individuals seeking Minnesota medical assistance to demonstrate community engagement through work, education, or community service to maintain eligibility. Applicants must show compliance with these requirements over the two months before applying or renewing, or qualify for specific exceptions. Eligible individuals can meet the requirement by working 80 hours, completing 80 hours of community service, attending school half-time, earning at least the federal minimum wage for 80 hours, or combining these activities. The law includes exceptions for parents of young children, veterans with total disabilities, SNAP recipients, people in addiction treatment, inmates, and those with serious medical conditions or disabilities.
This bill modifies the duties of Minnesota's school trust lands director and establishes new reporting requirements for the Legislative Permanent School Fund Commission. The director will be required to develop a ten-year strategic plan and a 25-year framework for managing school trust lands, with goals to retain core assets, increase their value, and explore revenue-generating options including ecosystem services markets. Additionally, the director must submit an annual written report by January 15 each year detailing management activities, financial positions, and recommended statutory changes to improve asset allocation. The bill also clarifies the director's role as temporary trustee during eminent domain proceedings and requires quarterly public meetings to inform beneficiaries and the public about trust land management work. These changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
This bill directs the Minnesota Department of Education to hire a mental health care provider to offer telehealth services to students across the state. The selected provider must use licensed Minnesota clinicians, ensure appointments are available within one week of referral, and demonstrate experience billing insurance plans. The provider will be required to submit annual reports on student access, engagement rates, clinical outcomes, and cost effectiveness, with data broken down by school district. The legislation also appropriates $9 million from the general fund for the 2027 fiscal year to support these services.
