Sen. Jordan Rasmusson

Maddy summaryThis bill implements Minnesota's Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) service delivery system. It allows eligible Minnesotans aged 55+ with care needs - such as those qualifying for Medicaid or elderly waivers - to enroll in PACE programs as an alternative to traditional home and community-based waiver services. Key provisions include enabling combined Medicare and Medicaid funding for PACE providers, requiring county approval for disability-related demonstrations, and ensuring voluntary enrollment with protections like the right to change health plans within 60 days. The bill modifies Medicaid rules to establish fair provider rates that don’t exceed current fee-for-service costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's requirements for becoming a certified public accountant (CPA). Before July 1, 2030, applicants need 150 college credits plus one year of relevant experience; after that date, they must have either a master's degree plus one year experience or a bachelor's degree plus two years experience. It also establishes reciprocity, allowing CPAs licensed in states with equivalent standards to practice in Minnesota without reapplying, provided they hold a valid license, have an accounting degree, and passed the CPA exam. The changes affect new CPAs seeking certification in Minnesota and out-of-state CPAs seeking to practice there. The current rules expire July 1, 2030, with a transition period in place until that date.

Maddy summarySF 1268 prohibits local governments (like cities and counties) from requiring minimum parking spaces for new residential, commercial, or industrial developments. This bill directly affects developers and property owners by removing a common local zoning requirement. Key provisions ban mandatory off-street parking minimums, except for disability parking spaces required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or nonbinding recommendations. The law changes current practice by giving local governments less control over parking requirements for new construction.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's special agricultural homestead tax classification rules. It creates two pathways for qualifying: (1) properties under 10 acres with contiguous agricultural land on two sides and a noncontiguous 20+ acre farm within four townships, meeting a 50% agricultural value threshold; or (2) properties of 40+ acres where an owner or family member actively farms the land, resides nearby, and meets residency requirements. These changes allow qualifying farms to maintain lower tax assessments (class 2a) for property tax purposes. The bill directly affects Minnesota farmers seeking reduced property tax rates on agricultural homesteads.

Maddy summarySF 626 establishes a new Department of Direct Care and Treatment in Minnesota, replacing the existing Direct Care and Treatment Executive Board. The bill creates a commissioner to lead this department and amends multiple statutes across state agencies (including Health, Human Services, and Public Safety) to align with the new structure. It directly affects state agencies responsible for direct care services and the administration of related programs. The key mechanism is consolidating oversight under a single department with a commissioner, streamlining operations previously managed by the executive board. This bill does not change service eligibility or funding levels but reorganizes administrative responsibility.

Maddy summarySF 2836 limits how Minnesota cities can regulate new housing developments. It prohibits municipalities from requiring specific building materials, designs, or minimum home sizes for most new residential projects. The bill applies to standard housing developments but excludes projects built directly by the municipality itself. This policy change aims to reduce local regulatory barriers for housing construction.

Maddy summarySF 2654 authorizes $5.4 million in state bonds to fund safety and mobility improvements along Trunk Highway 210 between Aurdal and Nidaros Townships in Otter Tail County. The funds cover environmental analysis, design, land acquisition for the highway, and construction, with up to 17% allocated for project management. Before spending, the commissioner must submit project details to Otter Tail County's Board of Commissioners for written approval within 90 days. This bill directly affects Otter Tail County residents and landowners whose property may be acquired for the highway project.

Maddy summarySF 2585 allows Minnesota's tax commissioner to reduce the corporate franchise tax rate (currently 9.8%) by 0.312% each time two specific conditions are met: (1) the state has a budget surplus equal to or larger than the projected revenue reduction, and (2) over 70% of corporate franchise tax revenue is allocated to consumers per a required report. The rate reduction cannot exceed 8.24% total, and any change must be published by December 31 for implementation in the following tax year. This bill directly affects corporations paying Minnesota's franchise tax by creating a mechanism for potential rate decreases based on fiscal conditions. The provisions take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summarySF 1531 repeals Minnesota Statutes sections 181.211 through 181.217, which established the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board and related requirements. This bill removes the legal framework for the board, ending its authority to set workforce standards in nursing homes. Nursing home employers would no longer be subject to the board's oversight or compliance requirements under these repealed statutes. The bill does not create new policies but eliminates existing administrative structures related to nursing home staffing standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows licensed liquor wholesalers (with existing Chapter 340A licenses) to purchase and sell lower-potency hemp edibles starting April 1, 2025. Wholesalers must register with the state office and follow strict rules, including using tamper-evident packaging during transport and maintaining accurate records. They can only sell to specific retailers like hemp edibles stores, cannabis microbusinesses with retail licenses, or medical cannabis businesses. The bill prohibits unregistered sales and includes penalties for violations, while requiring compliance with health, safety, and zoning regulations.