Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to change the location of the principal offices of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture to increase accessibility and possibly enhance agricultural policy effectiveness within the state.

Main Provisions

• The bill mandates that by June 1, 2028, the main offices of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture must be relocated to either Blue Earth County or Nicollet County.
• This change involves amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, specifically section 17.01, which details the creation and management of the Department of Agriculture.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The existing law does not specify a required location for the principal offices of the Department of Agriculture. This bill introduces a requirement for these offices to be situated specifically in Blue Earth County or Nicollet County.

Relevant Terms

Department of Agriculture, principal offices, Blue Earth County, Nicollet County, relocation, Minnesota Statutes, office location.