Sen. Jordan Rasmusson

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Minnesota telecommunications regulations by clarifying rules for telephone companies, including requirements for law enforcement access to call information, annual reporting, and customer pricing notices. It directly affects telephone service providers and their customers by establishing clearer obligations for how companies must handle service requests, billing information, and compliance with federal universal service programs for schools and libraries. The legislation also repeals several outdated statutes related to public payphones and other legacy regulations to simplify the legal framework governing telephone services in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $10 million in state bond proceeds to fund grants for "safe routes to school" projects under Minnesota Statutes §174.40. The funds will be used by the commissioner of transportation to support local projects that improve walking and biking infrastructure around schools, such as sidewalks, crosswalks, and traffic calming measures. The state will sell bonds up to $10 million to finance this program, following standard bond procedures outlined in Minnesota law. This directly affects school districts and communities seeking to enhance student safety during commutes.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state to issue up to $3 million in bonds to fund infrastructure improvements for the Infinity Center in Breckenridge. The funds will be used to acquire property, design and build a parking lot, and extend municipal utilities to support the expansion of the regional recreation and wellness complex. The money will be provided as a grant to the city through the commissioner of employment and economic development. This legislation is a capital investment measure that does not affect individual taxpayers directly but relies on state bond proceeds.

Maddy summaryThis Minnesota bill requires large social media platforms to implement specific protections for users under 18, including restrictions on addictive features like infinite scrolling, autoplay videos, and personalized feeds. The law applies to platforms earning at least $1 billion in annual advertising revenue and defines "children" as individuals aged 15 and younger, while "minors" are under 18. Key provisions prohibit displaying personal metrics such as follower counts or engagement statistics for accounts belonging to children, and limit push notifications designed to encourage continued use. Parents retain the right to review their children's online activity and receive notifications about data collection practices in compliance with existing federal privacy standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a process for state agencies to temporarily withhold payments from program participants suspected of committing fraud. It directly affects individuals and organizations receiving state or federal funds, requiring agencies to provide written notice at least 24 hours before withholding payments and outlining the reasons for the decision. The bill defines fraud as intentional deception to obtain benefits and sets a maximum withholding period of 60 days, while also protecting data related to fraud investigations and allowing recipients to appeal the decision through existing legal procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals Minnesota laws requiring greenhouse gas emissions impact assessments for transportation projects and modifies funding rules for state transportation planning. It removes specific statutes that mandated environmental impact evaluations for transportation initiatives and cancels $3 million in funding previously allocated for travel demand modeling related to those assessments. The legislation also updates how metropolitan counties must allocate transportation funds, adjusting percentages for active transportation, preservation work, and transit services while eliminating references to greenhouse gas offset requirements. These changes affect the Minnesota Department of Transportation and local metropolitan counties by altering their planning obligations and funding distribution priorities.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits businesses and individuals from operating prediction markets in Minnesota that allow wagers on outcomes related to sports, politics, people, catastrophes, or death. It makes it a felony to run platforms where participants place bets on these specific future events, with exceptions for private social bets and licensed horse racing. The law also criminalizes advertising these prohibited products during certain times, in media likely to reach minors, near schools, or on public property. Financial institutions and payment processors that continue to process payments for these activities after receiving a cease and desist order from the attorney general would also face felony charges.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the operation of online sweepstakes games in Minnesota, which are defined as internet-based games that use a dual-currency system allowing players to exchange virtual currency for prizes or cash equivalents while simulating gambling. The law directly affects game operators, payment processors, financial institutions, and other entities that support these games by banning them from conducting or promoting such activities within the state. Key provisions require the commissioner of public safety and attorney general to deny licenses to anyone knowingly accepting revenue from these prohibited games and to enforce penalties for violations. The bill also establishes clear definitions for terms like "dual-currency" and "online sweepstakes game" to ensure consistent enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota telecommunications regulations to update rules for telephone companies, primarily affecting service providers and their customers. It clarifies requirements for law enforcement access to call information, simplifies reporting obligations for phone companies, and establishes discounted rates for schools and libraries through the federal E-rate program. The legislation also mandates that residential customers receive clear pricing notices for all available service options and allows companies to use electronic communication for these notices if customers opt in. Additionally, the bill repeals several outdated statutes related to public payphones and other legacy telecommunications provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how Minnesota calculates the registration tax for passenger automobiles and hearses, directly affecting vehicle owners and the Department of Public Safety. It lowers the tax rate from 1.54% to 1.25% for cars registered before November 16, 2020, and from 1.575% to 1.285% for newer vehicles, while also adjusting the percentage of the vehicle's value charged each year of its life. The law clarifies that the tax calculation should generally exclude the cost of optional accessories and destination charges, and it sets a cap ensuring the total tax paid on a used vehicle does not exceed the lowest amount previously paid for that specific car. These changes will take effect for registration periods beginning on or after January 1, 2027.