SF1990

This bill, Minnesota Senate File No. 1990, proposes new financial disclosure and employment restrictions for legislators and legislative staff regarding state funding requests. The key provisions include:

1. Financial Disclosure by Legislators: Legislators must report to designated legislative staff if they or immediate family members receive compensation from an entity seeking state funding through a grant requested in a bill introduced in the legislature. The report must be made within five days of the bill's introduction and before any committee or legislative action. Disclosures will be posted on the legislature’s website.

2. Employment Restrictions for Legislative Staff: Legislative staff (including employees of the House, Senate, or joint legislative offices) are prohibited from receiving compensation from entities requesting state funding through bills or grant applications. Violations could lead to disciplinary action, including dismissal.

3. Relationship to Other Ethics Rules: These new requirements supplement existing conflict of interest and financial disclosure laws under Minnesota Statutes §10A.07, §10A.08, and §10A.09.

The bill aims to enhance transparency and prevent conflicts of interest in state government by ensuring legislators and staff disclose financial ties to entities seeking taxpayer funding.