SF2429 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Minnesota Senate Building security kiosks bond issuance and appropriation
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to improve security within the Minnesota Senate Building by funding the creation of security kiosks. The bill also provides for the sale and issuance of state bonds to finance these improvements.
Main Provisions
- Funding Allocation: The bill appropriates $950,000 from the bond proceeds fund. This funding is designated for the design, construction, furnishing, and equipping of two security kiosks inside the Minnesota Senate Building.
- Administrative Coordination: The commissioner of administration is tasked with coordinating with the secretary of the senate to approve the design, locations, and construction schedule for the kiosks.
Significant Changes
- State Bonds: To finance the kiosk project, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to the amount of $950,000. This process will be carried out according to specific Minnesota Statutes and constitutional provisions.
Relevant Terms
capital investment, security kiosks, Minnesota Senate Building, bond proceeds fund, state bonds, appropriation, commissioner of administration
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 12, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Additional detail on issuance processes and related administrative tasks."
],
"removed": [
"Omits previous restrictions on minimum bond maturity terms."
],
"summary": "This section lays out procedures for the sale of state bonds.",
"modified": [
"Adjusts language to clarify permissible uses of bond proceeds."
]
},
"citation": "16A.631"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Clarifies amendment process for bond sale agreements."
],
"removed": [
"Removes subsection detailing outdated reporting requirements."
],
"summary": "This section addresses limitations on the issuance of state bonds.",
"modified": [
"Updates thresholds for legislative review of bond issuance increases."
]
},
"citation": "16A.675"
},
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"New interpretation notes on bond validity challenges."
],
"removed": [
"Obsolete language regarding past public debt referenda."
],
"summary": "These sections pertain to the constitutional provisions related to the state's public debt and use of credit.",
"modified": [
"Refines debt limit calculations and exceptions."
]
},
"citation": "Constitution article XI, sections 4 to 7"
}
]