SF484 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Fiscal notes requests from ranking minority members of standing legislative committees authorization
Related bill: HF627
AI Generated Summary
Senate Bill SF No 484 is proposed legislation in Minnesota that aims to adjust the rules handling fiscal notes within the state government. Fiscal notes are official analyses that estimate the financial impact of proposed legislation. This proposed bill specifically allows the ranking minority members of standing legislative committees, in addition to committee chairs, to request these fiscal notes. The changes would apply to various committees including the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Committee on Finance. The bill mandates that once prepared, copies of the fiscal notes must be distributed to relevant committee chairs and ranking minority members, the chief author of the bill, and the commissioner of management and budget. This bill intends to enhance transparency and inclusivity in the financial analysis of proposed laws by involving both majority and minority representatives in the legislative process.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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January 20, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
January 20, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | State and Local Government |