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SF3045 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Omnibus State and Local Government and Elections policy and appropriations

Related bill: HF2783

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to update the Minnesota state government operations focusing on ethics in the legislative branch, managing allegations of fraud in public programs, developing renewable energy projects, revising insulin repayment provisions, and setting financial appropriations for state agencies for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Main Provisions

  • Establishment of a Legislative Ethics Code: A new code of ethics for the legislative branch is introduced, detailing acceptable and prohibited behaviors for members and employees.
  • Fraud Management Enhancements: The bill authorizes the sharing of information regarding suspected or confirmed fraud in public programs among government and law enforcement agencies. It also allows for withholding payments to entities under investigation for fraud.
  • Renewable Energy Initiatives: Provisions are included to support renewable energy improvements, storage projects, and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) projects.
  • Insulin Repayment Account Modifications: Adjustments are made to how the insulin repayment account is managed.
  • State Budget Allocations: Appropriates funds to various state government agencies, detailing allocations for specific services and initiatives, including public radio and television, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Board of the Arts.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Ethics and Conduct: Introduces a comprehensive code of ethics for legislative employees, including rules against accepting gifts and use of state resources for personal gain.
  • Data Sharing for Fraud Prevention: Allows for broader data sharing between government bodies to detect and prevent fraud in public programs, bypassing previous restrictions.
  • Payment Withholding for Fraud Investigations: Permits state agencies to halt payments to entities under investigation for credible fraud allegations, with specific guidelines on notification and data management.
  • Budget Appropriations: Updates to the budget appropriations with detailed allocations for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, providing continued or adjusted funding to numerous state functions and projects.

Relevant Terms

  • Ethics Code
  • Legislative Ethics
  • Fraud Prevention
  • Renewable Energy
  • Insulin Repayment
  • Appropriations
  • Public Programs
  • Data Sharing

Bill text versions

Past committee meetings

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 27, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 28, 2025HouseFloorActionReceived from Senate
April 28, 2025HouseFloorActionReceived from Senate
April 28, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate file first reading, referred toWays and Means
April 28, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate file first reading, referred toWays and Means
March 27, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toState and Local Government
April 22, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: To pass as amended and re-refer toFinance
April 29, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended
April 29, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended
April 22, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: To pass as amended and re-refer toFinance
April 23, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: To pass as amended
April 29, 2025HouseFloorActionSecond reading
April 23, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: To pass as amended
April 29, 2025HouseFloorActionSecond reading
April 29, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
April 29, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
April 23, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
April 23, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
April 25, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order: Amended
May 01, 2025HouseFloorActionAmended
May 01, 2025HouseFloorActionAmended
April 25, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order: Amended
April 25, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed as amended
May 01, 2025HouseFloorActionThird reading as amended
April 25, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed as amended
May 01, 2025HouseFloorActionThird reading as amended
May 05, 2025SenateFloorActionReturned from House with amendment
May 01, 2025HouseFloorActionBill was passed as amended
May 01, 2025HouseFloorActionBill was passed as amended
May 05, 2025SenateFloorActionReturned from House with amendment
May 05, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate not concur, conference committee of 5 requested
May 05, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate not concur, conference committee of 5 requested
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate refuses to concur, conference committee requested
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate refuses to concur, conference committee of 5 requested
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate refuses to concur, conference committee of 5 requested
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate conferees
May 05, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate conferees
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate conferees
May 05, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate conferees
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse accedes, conference committee of 4 to be appointed
May 07, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 07, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse accedes, conference committee of 4 to be appointed
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse conferees
May 06, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse conferees
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate adopted CC report and repassed bill
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate adopted conference committee report, bill repassed
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate adopted CC report and repassed bill
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate adopted conference committee report, bill repassed
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionThird Reading Repassed
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 19, 2025SenateFloorActionThird Reading Repassed
SenateNoteActionPresentment date
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse adopted conference committee report
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse adopted conference committee report
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionThird reading as amended by Conference
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionThird reading as amended by Conference
SenateNoteActionGovernor's action Approval
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionBill was repassed as amended by Conference
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionBill was repassed as amended by Conference
SenateNoteActionSecretary of State
HouseFloorActionPresented to Governor
HouseNoteActionChapter number

Citations

 
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