Dan Sparks
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75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.Capitol Building, Room 317St. Paul, MN 55155-1606651.296.9248

sen.daniel.sparks@senate.mn


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Biography
CommitteesBack to Top Commerce and Consumer Protection, Vice Chair Finance - Economic Development Budget Division, Vice Chair Business, Industry and Jobs Capital Investment Energy, Utilities, Technology and CommunicationsBills AuthoredBack to TopChief Author Bills2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status Report (PDF Document)2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status ListChief and Co-Author Bills2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status Report (PDF Document)2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status ListLegislative ServiceBack to TopElected: 2002, re-elected 2006Term: 2ndSpecial Legislative ConcernsBack to TopEducation funding, lowering prescription drug costs, economic development.Biographical DetailsBack to TopHome:AustinHome Address:2009 7th Ave SE 55912Home Phone:507.438.2898Born:07/05/1968Family:Married,

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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
HF0413Outdoor sport equipment dealers franchise agreements with manufacturers regulated.05/17/2008Special Order: Amended
HF3643Individual sewage treatment system professional licensing requirements modified.05/08/2008House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
SF3174Minnesota Securities Act modified, regulations provided, and technical changes made.05/07/2008Governor's action Approval 05/01/08
SF2765Auto insurance and certain claims practices regulated.04/30/2008Governor's action Approval 04/24/08
SF1578Consumer reports security freezes regulated, and fees provided.04/23/2008Governor's action Approval 04/21/08
HF1314Live musical performances or productions advertising regulated.04/21/2008Secretary of State Ch. 191 04/17/08
SF2262Telecommunications state agency obsolete rules repealed.04/10/2008Governor's action Approval 04/04/08
SR0187A senate resolution congratulating American Legion Post 146 on the Adams Armed Forces Museum04/10/2008Introduction
SF2830Payroll card accounts sunset provision repealed.04/07/2008Governor's action Approval 04/03/08
HF3515Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Board cost adjustment publication provided.03/18/2008Received from House
SF3778Waste pesticide collection program modification03/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3767Small employer health coverage subsidy program03/17/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3702Extended employment services appropriation03/13/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3109Strategic entrepreneurial economic development initiatives implementation and appropriations03/11/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF3663Life insurance contracts variable basis annuity fee disclosure and content requirements03/11/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3107University of Minnesota innovative technology and economic development research grant program and...03/06/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3495Life Settlements Act03/06/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3509Auto repair facilities automobile insurers ownership prohibition03/06/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3553Motor vehicle service contracts and coverages regulation modification03/06/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3435Property tax exemption for nonprofit outdoor recreation organizations03/04/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3343Petroleum tank release compensation board costs adjustments publication requirement03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3386Individual sewage treatment system professionals licensing requirement modification03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3217Austin tax increment financing district authorized use02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3261Emergency care first responders health and auto insurance reimbursement requirement02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3279Fireworks explosives lawful limit increase02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3017Native prairie bank easements and scientific and natural areas acquisition bond issue and appropr...02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3103Greater Minnesota business development microloans and small business revolving loans grants appro...02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3104Bioscience business development public infrastructure grant program bond issue and appropriation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3108Greater Minnesota redevelopment accounts bond issue and appropriation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2981Eligible energy technology definition clarification02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2870Albert Lea Shell Rock River channel redevelopment and Blazing Star Landing plan bond issue and ap...02/20/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2728Nicolville wastewater infrastructure grant appropriation and bond issuance authorization02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2729Lansing township wastewater treatment plant grant bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2730Lansing township Woodhaven sewer connection grant bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2731Racine wastewater treatment system grant bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2732Austin wastewater treatment system grant bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2748School districts wind energy revenue payments restoration02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2751Property tax agricultural homestead treatment extension to brothers and sisters02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2546Austin flood relief bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2547Riverland community college Albert Lea and Austin campuses higher education asset preservation an...02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2548Independent school district #242, Alden-Conger; multifunction facility design and construction bo...02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2549Austin area success center bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2550Albert Lea landfill remedial systems construction costs bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2551Rose Creek street sewer systems and sanitary sewer lift station upgrade bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF1495Payroll card accounts regulation extended.05/21/2007Governor's action Approval 05/18/07
SF0167Unemployment insurance policy, housekeeping, and style changes provided; rules incorporated into ...05/20/2007H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF1936Musical performances and productions advertising and conduct regulation05/18/2007HF substituted on General Orders HF1314
SF2305Mower county wind energy conversion systems alien and nonAmerican corporation ownership of agricu...05/18/2007Comm rpt: No recommendation, re-ref to Agriculture and Veterans
SF0744Rental vehicle insurance coverage regulated.05/16/2007Governor's action Approval 05/14/07
SF1705Colorectal screening tests insurance coverage required.05/16/2007Governor's action Approval 05/14/07
HF0116Customer sales and service call center requirements imposed.05/15/2007General Orders: Progress
SR0113A senate resolution congratulating Dustin Gillard on winning first prize in C-SPAN Classroom's St...05/15/2007Introduction
SR0114A senate resolution congratulating Anthony Hernandez on winning first prize in C-SPAN Classroom's...05/15/2007Introduction
SF0162Customer sales or service call center requirements imposition05/10/2007HF substituted on General Orders HF116
SF1920Financial institutions debt, charges, expenses, electronic terminals, and investments regulated.05/08/2007Secretary of State Ch. 44 05/04/07
SF2261Business telecommunications services uniform regulatory treatment04/24/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0642Ditch buffers requirements modified; annual drainage authority reports required and drainage repa...04/20/2007Referred by Chair to Environment and Natural Resources Finance Division
SR0080A senate resolution commending Kathy Niebuhr on being awarded a grant from the Education Minnesot...04/20/2007Introduction
SF1149Off highway motorcycle and off road vehicle registration requirements modifications04/17/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF0350Veterans Day personal day of leave for school staff employees04/11/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Education
SF2216Cable communication systems regulations modifications; state authorized video service providers r...04/11/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1168Building contractors insurance requirements modified.03/29/2007Governor's action Approval 03/27/07
SR0058A senate resolution honoring the life and work of Richard Guevremont03/22/2007Introduction
SF1890Biodiesel fuel sales regulation03/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1867Silent auctions alcohol sales authorization03/14/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0128Vehicle Protection Product Act03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1358Workforce development employment and training services pilot project grant appropriation03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1732First provider emergency care health and automobile insurance reimbursement requirement03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1747Amusement games regulation03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1552Family day care demonstration project proposal03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1555Teacher center for professional development in science and mathematics program03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0618Plumbers restricted license and practice regulation03/05/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1523Vinland center for rehabilitation services appropriation03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1385Real estate appraisers state building code definition standard use requirement02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SR0048A senate resolution congratulating Scott Decker of Adams, Minnesota for receiving the Eagle award02/26/2007Introduction
SF1146Individual sewage treatment systems licensing exemption02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0941Albert Lea landfill remedial systems construction costs bond issue and appropriation02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0942Rural policy and development center appropriation02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0943Rural policy and development center appropriation02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0994Sales tax exemption for bioscience research facility building materials, supplies and equipment02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1002Extended employment services for persons with disabilities appropriation02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0701Price gouging prohibition02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0657Kindergarten voluntary full day programs funding phase in02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0634Crane operator certification requirements exception02/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SR0029A senate resolution honoring David Mullenbach02/01/2007Introduction
SF0311Noise standards exemptions modification01/25/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0163Lawful gambling lawful purpose expenditures definition modification01/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SR0023A senate resolution honoring Woody Vereide for his 38 years of service to Mower county01/17/2007Introduction
SR0019A senate resolution honoring Bonnie Besse Rietz of Austin, Minnesota for her ten years of dedicat...01/08/2007Introduction


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
SF3140Boiler operation licensing procedures changed, and rulemaking authorized.05/19/2008Secretary of State Ch. 309 05/15/08
SF3889Bicycle rider stopping requirements05/17/2008Introduction and first reading
HF3783Insurance provisions regulated relating to fees, coverages, contracts, filings, forms, financial ...05/15/2008Returned from Senate with amendment
HF3411Petroleum product standards updated and number provided to advertise grade of gasoline.05/13/2008Secretary of State Ch. 281 05/08/08
HF3493Disaster relief funding provided, state reimbursement provided, and money appropriated.05/13/2008Secretary of State Ch. 289 05/12/08
SF2786Restricted plumber licenses effective dates modified.05/13/2008Governor's action Approval 05/08/08
SF3508Motor vehicle insurance adjustments regulated.05/13/2008Governor's action Approval 05/08/08
HF3380State health care county-based purchasing program requirements revised, and money appropriated.05/12/2008Comm rpt: Rule 45-amend, sub Gen Ord SF3031
SF3031State health care programs county based purchasing plan in Olmsted, Winona, Houston, Fillmore and...05/12/2008HF substituted on General Orders HF3380
SF0543Employee Free Choice Act; resolution memorializing Congress to support the Employee Free Choice A...05/08/2008Governor's action Veto 05/08/08
SF3467Miscellaneous commerce provisions modifications05/08/2008Comm rpt: Subst. for SF on Calendar HF3783
SR0203A senate resolution recognizing September 2008 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month05/08/2008Introduction
SF2939Telephone company alternative regulation plan provisions modified.05/07/2008Governor's action Approval 05/01/08
SF3098Lawful gambling licensing and other regulatory provisions modified, expenditure restriction chang...05/07/2008Governor's action Approval 05/01/08
SF3455Beer kegs purchase and receipt by scrap metal dealers regulated.05/07/2008Governor's action Approval 05/01/08
SF3218Workers' Compensation Advisory Council recommendations adopted.05/05/2008Governor's action Approval 04/30/08
SF2866Broadband service mapping project and inventory funding provided, and money appropriated.05/01/2008House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
SF3119Local government interstate assistance authorized for emergency services.04/30/2008Governor's action Approval 04/24/08
SF3294Disaster relief appropriations state reimbursement requirement04/30/2008HF substituted on General Orders HF3493
SF3756Brevet rank promotion eligibility provision changed.04/23/2008House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
SF2688Independent contractor status rule exception eliminated, and audit activities and report required.04/07/2008Governor's action Veto Ch. 172 04/04/08
SF3375School district tax sheltered annuity vendors teacher collective bargaining requirement04/07/2008Gen Ord: Stricken and re-referred to State and Local Government Operations and Oversight
SF3412Medium-speed electric vehicles defined, medium-speed electric vehicles required to be registered ...04/07/2008Received from Senate
SF3552Mortgage registry tax exemption for disaster declared property04/03/2008Authors added Lynch; Sparks
SF3101Income tax qualified high technology business interests jurisdiction limits03/25/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF3685Boxing commission name change to combative sports commission and provisions modifications03/19/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3754Employment discrimination against military family member prohibition03/17/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3774Outdoor sport equipment dealers, manufacturers and distributors franchise agreements regulation03/17/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2657Income tax credit for small wind power generator installations03/13/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF3697Credit and insurance score use regulation03/13/2008Introduction and first reading
SF0761Outdoor sport equipment dealers and manufacturers franchise agreements regulation03/11/2008Chief auth stricken, shown as co-auth Sparks
SF3116Vexatious insurance claims practices penalties and attorney fees03/10/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Judiciary
SF3570State smoking ban modifications03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3606Proposed health coverage mandates evaluation process modification03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3115JOBZ program provisions modifications; regional emerging business investment tax credit03/06/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF3271Small business investment company credit03/06/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF3510Automobile collision repair shops licensing standards03/06/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3464Petroleum products specifications update03/05/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3483Public utilities natural gas use and costs recovery limits03/05/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3484Farm winery cognac and brandy manufacture authorization03/05/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3292State building code application and enforcement regulation02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3105Small business development center (SBDC) strategic plan requirement and appropriation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3106Income tax credit for small businesses research and development02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3149Closed landfill cleanup bond issue and appropriation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2950Video lottery terminals02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2601Wells tax increment financing revenue disposition02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2604Marginal cost pupil units and resident pupil units calculation modification02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2608Independent school district #2134, United South Central; cooperative facilities grant application...02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2613Wells street and infrastructure improvements bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2699Greater Minnesota business development public infrastructure grants bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF1966Lawful gambling expenditure restrictions modified, game requirements and prize amounts clarified,...05/21/2007Returned from House with amendment
SF1262Lead-containing jewelry products manufacture and sale regulated.05/20/2007Third reading
SF1581Life insurance continuation coverage regulated, mortality tables authorized to calculate reserves...05/17/2007Returned from House with amendment
SF2306Rochester community and technical college Heintz center addition bond issue and appropriation05/16/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2089Omnibus jobs and economic development appropriations05/08/2007Governor's action Veto Ch. 55 05/07/07
SF0514Minnesota Family Investment Program unpaid work for cash assistance regulated.05/01/2007Received from Senate
SF1429Motor carriers financial liability requirements modified for certain charitable organizations.05/01/2007Received from Senate
SF2041St. Paul Port Authority authorized to create a nonprofit corporation to own or operate a steam pr...04/30/2007Received from Senate
HF1004Predatory mortgage lending practices prohibited.04/23/2007Secretary of State Ch. 18 04/20/07
SF2256State employee group insurance plan (SEGIP) provider classifications condition and data release r...04/23/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1278State government best value defined, and acquisition and competitive bidding provisions modified.04/18/2007Calendar: Third reading Passed
SF1967Community based energy development pilot projects appropriation04/16/2007Author added Sparks
SR0076A senate resolution relating to the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the upcoming meeting of the Wo...04/16/2007Introduction
SR0077A senate resolution supporting a free trade agreement between the Republic of China on Taiwan and...04/16/2007Introduction
SF0809Predatory lending practices prohibition03/31/2007HF substituted on General Orders HF1004
SF1097Motor vehicle weight restrictions modification03/30/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF1294Public Utilities Commission electronic filing authorized.03/29/2007Governor's action Approval 03/27/07
SF1769Prevailing wage law remedies and enforcement03/27/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF2163Great River Ridge trail construction bond issue and appropriation03/27/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2039Workers compensation advisory council recommendations adoption03/23/2007Author stricken Rosen
SF1547Residential mortgage originator and servicer licensing requirements modifications; predatory lend...03/22/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Judiciary
SF1535Mental illness and severe emotional disturbance care providers safety and protection training req...03/15/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Business, Industry and Jobs
SF1838Mississippi headwaters state forest additional conservation officer position appropriation03/14/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0399Deer hunting licenses surcharge imposition for charitable purposes03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF0473Independent living skills access and transition provisions; centers for independent living regula...03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0726Community based health care coverage program demonstration project03/12/2007Withdrawn and re-referred to Finance
SF1303Nanotechnology development fund03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1458Bioscience business development and commercialization grants appropriation03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0477Koochiching county economic development authority plasma torch gasification facility feasibility ...03/08/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1631Lawful gambling tax rates temporary reductions03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1572Agent wagering establishment03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1586Global Warming Preparedness Act of 200703/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1616Workforce development intermediaries grants in aid03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0165Greater Minnesota business development investments program03/05/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF0756Waivered services program for persons with developmental disabilities counties repayment requirem...03/01/2007Withdrawn and re-referred to Finance
SF1450Agricultural land school bonded debt levies tax base exclusion03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1451Cooperative secondary facilities act name change to cooperative facilities act, provisions modifi...03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0414Minnesota Technology, Inc. small business growth acceleration program establishment02/28/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF0727Crime of theft of computer with identity information02/28/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1344School districts with declining enrollment marginal cost pupil units calculation modifications02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1381Commission serving deaf and hard of hearing people appropriation02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1198Income tax subtraction for volunteer ambulance service personnel longevity awards02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1309No-fault automobile insurance provisions modifications02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1129Amusement devices sales taxation treatment02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1130Amusement devices sales tax definition exclusion02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1068Propane prepurchasing funding for low income home energy assistance program02/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1086Pressure treated lumber containing chromated copper arsenate removal requirement02/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0990Capacity building grants appropriation02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0824Property tax classification for low income rental property application extension02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0885Drivers education internet based theory driven option for instruction permits02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0906School districts prekindergarten pupils extended time revenue eligibility02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0907School districts limited English proficiency programs funding restriction removal and revenue for...02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0706Sales tax exemption for vending machine milk, water, fruit, fruit juices, yogurt and salad sales02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0709Shooting ranges target sales taxation treatment02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0737Bioscience business development program appropriations02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0607Motor vehicle manufacturing plant maintenance requirement02/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0609State employees political activities limitations restriction by state prohibition02/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0396Ceylon youth softball fields lighting bond issue and appropriation02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0401Political activities of state employees limitations modification02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0334Law enforcement agencies defibrillators purchase appropriation01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0338Winnebago museum grant and Wells Depot historic preservation grant appropriations; Minnesota hist...01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0349School district levies replacement; property tax refunds increase; senior citizen property tax de...01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0030Income tax subtraction for military pension or retirement income01/22/2007Authors added Wiger; Sparks; Sieben; Senjem
SF0129Renewable energy standards; large energy facilities certificate of need regulation; transmission ...01/18/2007Introduction and first reading