Rep. Luke Frederick

Maddy summaryHF 882 appropriates specific funds for grants to help Minnesota retail fuel stations upgrade equipment to dispense higher-concentration biofuels like E25. It directly affects stations selling fuel for post-2000 vehicles with no more than ten locations in Minnesota, covering up to 65% of upgrade costs (max $200,000 per station). The bill requires the commissioner of agriculture to submit annual reports detailing funded projects, geographic distribution, funding leverage, and support for minority/female-owned businesses. These reports must be shared with relevant legislative committees each January.

Maddy summaryHF 3154 appropriates $200,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $200,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to provide grants to the Rural Policy and Development Center. The funds are allocated through the commissioner of agriculture under Minnesota Statutes section 116J.421. This bill directly affects the Rural Policy and Development Center by providing dedicated funding for its operations and grant programs in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 1645 appropriates $1 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the Minnesota Medical Association to run a "Treat Yourself First" campaign. The campaign aims to reduce stigma around mental health services, encourage healthcare workers experiencing burnout to seek help, and normalize seeking support for well-being. It specifically targets physicians, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. This is a one-time appropriation available until July 1, 2030.

Maddy summaryHF 1391 appropriates $18,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $18,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to provide grants to the Minnesota Livestock Breeders Association. This funding supports the Association's existing work with livestock breeders in Minnesota, including breed preservation and industry support programs. The bill directly affects the Association as the recipient of these state funds, with no new regulations or broader policy changes. It is a straightforward funding measure with no additional provisions beyond the specified appropriations.

Maddy summaryHF 653 transfers $11.1 million annually from Minnesota's general fund to the AGREETT account for agricultural research, education, and technology programs. It appropriates these funds for specific purposes, including $3 million for agricultural education grants (prioritizing farm business management training), $802,000 for the Forever Green Initiative promoting sustainable crop practices, and targeted research on turkey diseases, potato breeding, and wild rice. The bill requires annual reports from the University of Minnesota detailing fund usage and program achievements. This funding directly supports Minnesota's agricultural research institutions, extension programs, and farm-related education initiatives.

Maddy summaryHF 3158 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring a two-thirds vote in both the Minnesota House and Senate to authorize public funding for the design, construction, or renovation of a professional sports facility. Currently, a simple majority vote suffices for such funding. The amendment must be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election, where they will decide whether to adopt the two-thirds requirement. If approved by voters, this change would become part of the Minnesota Constitution, affecting future legislative decisions on sports facility funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies reimbursement rates for community support services, increasing them to 107.5% (effective now) and 112.5% (effective January 1, 2026) for providers serving clients needing 10+ hours daily. It requires providers to use all additional revenue solely for staff wages and related costs (like payroll taxes), not for benefits like health insurance. The bill also creates the Minnesota Caregiver Defined Contribution Retirement Fund Trust, a joint state-union retirement savings plan for union-represented direct support workers. These changes directly affect community support service providers, their employees, and Minnesota’s human services budget.

Maddy summaryHF 3038 appropriates $215,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and $215,000 for fiscal year 2027 to the Minnesota Historical Society. These funds are designated for grants to the Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center - Farmamerica. The bill directly provides financial support to this center, which likely focuses on agricultural history and education. This is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the specified monetary allocation.

Maddy summaryHF 264, the "Larry R. Hill Medical Reform Act," requires all licensed Minnesota correctional facilities (both public and private) to meet specific medical care standards. The bill amends state law to mandate facilities implement policies covering mental health screening, suicide prevention, medication verification, discharge planning with prescribed medications, telehealth use, and death reviews. These requirements directly affect incarcerated individuals by improving access to consistent medical and mental health care while holding facilities accountable through commissioner inspections. The law aims to standardize care practices without creating new programs, focusing on operational changes to enhance safety and treatment.

Maddy summaryHF 2325 requires Minnesota employers to pay non-exempt employees at least 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for work performed on designated holidays. The bill directly affects hourly workers in Minnesota who are scheduled to work on holidays defined under Minnesota Statutes section 645.44, subdivision 5. It amends existing law (Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 177.25) to add a new provision mandating this overtime pay rate specifically for holiday work. This changes the current standard by explicitly requiring higher pay for holiday shifts, rather than allowing employers to use alternative compensation methods. The bill does not change the definition of "holiday" but specifies the required pay rate when work occurs on those days.