State Bills: Minnesota

Child sexual abuse provisions, SF4292, passed Minnesota Senate

Child sexual abuse provisions, SF4292, passed Minnesota Senate

Mental Health Grants Appropriation

The Minnesota State Senate passed SF4531, an appropriations bill allocating state funds for mental health grants during the 94th Legislature (2025-2026). The bill was introduced by Senator Melissa Wiklund and referred to the Health and Human Services Committee before passing to the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee. This legislation establishes funding mechanisms for mental health programs and services throughout Minnesota.

Prohibition of Online Sweepstakes Games

SF4474 passed the Minnesota Senate on March 17, 2026, prohibiting online sweepstakes games under the 94th Legislature 2025-2026. The bill, referred to the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee, targets digital sweepstakes operations and affects businesses operating such games in Minnesota.

Sales Tax Increase for Housing Purposes - Constitutional Amendment

The Minnesota Senate passed SF2621, a proposed constitutional amendment to increase the state sales tax rate by three-eighths of one percent (0.375%) with receipts dedicated to housing purposes. The bill establishes three new funds: the Homeownership Opportunity Fund, Community and Household Stability Fund, and Rental Opportunity Fund, each with associated councils.

Farm Equipment Damage and Agricultural Trespassing Crimes Established

The Minnesota House passed HF3566 establishing new criminal offenses for damaging farm machinery and equipment and for trespassing on agricultural land. The bill, sponsored by Representatives Harder, Burkel, and Allen, was introduced February 20, 2026, and passed February 23, 2026. Specific penalties were not detailed in available records.

County authorized to approve up to 24 chickens by ordinance

The Minnesota House of Representatives passed HF4295 on March 16, 2026. The bill authorizes counties to approve up to 24 chickens on any lot by ordinance, giving county governments discretionary authority to permit residential poultry keeping. This is a permissive enabling statute that does not mandate counties to adopt such ordinances.

Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership appropriation bill passes

Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership appropriation bill passes

Three-Year Financial Proof Requirement for Public Money Recipients

Minnesota SF4551 was passed by the Senate on March 18, 2026, requiring providers, vendors, and individuals seeking to receive public money for providing services to submit proof of operation and finances for the most recent three years. The bill originated in the 94th Legislature (2025-2026) and was referred to the Human Services Committee after passing the Health and Human Services Committee.

Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant and Bond Authorization

The Minnesota Senate passed SF4571 on March 18, 2026, establishing a Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure grant program with bond authorization. The bill modifies eligible project requirements and provides appropriations for housing infrastructure development in greater Minnesota. The legislation was sponsored by Senator Grant Hauschild and moved through the Housing and Homelessness Prevention and Capital Investment committees.

Compliance training requirement for high-risk medical assistance providers

The Minnesota Senate passed SF4604 on March 18, 2026, establishing compliance training requirements for high-risk medical assistance providers under the state's medical assistance program. The bill was referred to the Human Services Committee and passed as amended. Sponsors include Senators Zaynab Mohamed, John Hoffman, Jordan Rasmusson, and Erin Maye Quade.