This bill, Minnesota Senate File No. 1582, proposes to allow counties to decline compliance with unfunded state mandates unless the state provides the necessary funding.

Key Provisions:

1. Noncompliance Allowed (Subdivision 1)

   • Counties are not required to follow certain state mandates until state funding is provided.
   • This applies to mandates that:
     
     • Affect daily county operations.
       
     • Change resource allocation.
       
     • Alter county spending priorities.
       

2. Exceptions (Subdivision 2)

   • Counties must comply with mandates if the required funding is incidental to the county's total budget.
     
   • Counties must still comply with:
     
     • Financial audit laws.
       
     • Laws that impact public health and safety.
       

Purpose:

The bill aims to provide local governments with financial relief by preventing them from being burdened with unfunded mandates that could strain their budgets. However, it ensures that essential regulations, such as public safety and financial oversight, remain in effect.