HF1317
Metropolitan Council; removal of members of the council for cause authorized, governor appointment of a vice-chair provided, council member salary and benefits specified, and annual reviews of the regional administrator by the council required.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF2034
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1317), authored by Representatives Hansen R. and Lee F., proposes changes to the governance of the Metropolitan Council. The bill includes the following key provisions:
- Removal of Council Members for Cause – Council members may be removed by the governor for cause after notice and a hearing.
- Governor Appointment of a Vice Chair – The governor is authorized to appoint a vice chair for the Metropolitan Council.
- Specification of Salary and Benefits – It clarifies the salary and benefits for council members.
- Annual Review of the Regional Administrator – The council must conduct annual performance reviews of the regional administrator.
- Term Limits and Apportionment Adjustments – Council members serve terms concurrent with the governor, with all terms expiring upon new district apportionments. No member may serve more than 12 years in total.
The bill modifies Minnesota Statutes 2024, specifically sections 473.123 (subdivisions 2a and 4) and 473.125.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Elections Finance and Government Operations | |
| February 26, 2025 | House | Action | Author added | ||
| Showing the 5 most recent stages. This bill has 2 stages in total. Log in to view all stages | |||||
Citations
You must be logged in to view citations.
Progress through the legislative process
In Committee
Sponsors
You must be logged in to view sponsors.