Employee definition modified for the purposes of earned sick and safe time
2025-2026
Second reading
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Legislative approval requirement for certain sales, transfers, or other conveyances of state-owned land
2025-2026
Bill SF 238 modifies eligibility for Iowa libraries to receive state aid, ensuring only non-dues-paying libraries can access funds, enhancing services for underserved communities.
Authors added Utke; Green
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Tip income exemption from the individual income tax and tax withholding requirements provision
2025-2026
SF 1525 exempts tip income from Minnesota's individual income tax, boosting take-home pay for service workers and easing payroll burdens for employers.
Chief author added Heintzeman
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Manufactured home down payment assistance program and the manufacture home park cooperative purchase program appropriation
2025-2026
Establishes two MHFA programs: down payment assistance for manufactured homes and park cooperative purchases, funded by appropriation to boost affordability and resident ownership.
Referred to Housing and Homelessness Prevention
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Minnesota Starter Home Act
2025-2026
The Minnesota Starter Home Act eases zoning rules to boost affordable housing, allowing diverse units and reducing barriers for developers and first-time buyers.
Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to State and Local Government
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