SF888

This bill, S.F. No. 888, proposes to amend a section of Minnesota law to create a system called the "Employee Gainsharing System." Under this system, state employees will be eligible to receive a one-time bonus if they contribute suggestions or report fraud that leads to savings in state or federal funds managed by the state. These bonuses can be up to 10% of the documented savings achieved in the first year, with a maximum of $50,000. The awards will be funded from the money saved by the state due to these suggestions or fraud reports.

Key aspects include creating guidelines for how the bonuses are awarded, which employees are eligible, and specifying that those whose main job is to find such savings might not generally qualify unless in special cases. This program will exist alongside other state employee recognition programs and does not replace them.

Additionally, the bill requires the relevant commissioner to submit a biannual report to the legislature. This report will detail the program’s progress, including how many employees participated, the amount of bonuses awarded, the total savings achieved, and any changes or proposed changes to the program guidelines. The law aims to involve employees more actively in making government operations more cost-effective and efficient.