Chapter 3 — Governor and Other State Officers

129B.01 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.02 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.03 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.04 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.05 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.06 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.07 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 129B.08 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 15.471 Definitions Defines key terms used in the laws about recovering attorney fees from the state. 15.472 Fees and Expenses; Civil Action or Contested Case Proceeding Involving State If you win a non-tort case against the state and the state's position was not justified, the court must award you … 15.473 Payment of Costs and Fees Explains how attorney fees awarded against the state are paid, whether from a civil case or a contested proceeding. 15.474 Procedure for Award of Fees; Contested Case Sets the procedure for applying for attorney fees in a contested case against the state. 15.475 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 16A.011 Definitions Defines key terms used throughout the state finance laws, including what counts as a state agency. 16A.575 Appropriations; Not Disclosing Source If a state spending law does not say where the money comes from, it comes from the general fund. 3.01 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.011 Sessions The Minnesota Legislature meets every odd-numbered year in January. The governor can also call special sessions. 3.012 Legislative Day Defines what counts as a legislative day for constitutional purposes, such as bill readings and veto overrides. 3.02 Evidence of Membership A certificate of election from the secretary of state is the main proof that a person was elected to the legislature. 3.03 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.04 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.05 Organization Describes how the legislature organizes at the start of a session, including swearing in members. 3.055 Open Meetings Legislative meetings must be open to the public, including committee meetings and floor sessions. 3.056 Designation of Successor Committee When a legislative committee is renamed or eliminated, the speaker or senate rules committee picks the replacement. 3.06 Officers and Employees Each house of the legislature elects its own officers, including the senate president and house speaker. 3.07 Additional Employees Each house may hire and fire employees as allowed by its rules, and set their pay. 3.073 Organization of Special Session Officers, rules, and committees from the regular session carry over into a special session unless changed. 3.08 Election; Duties Legislative officers and employees must perform duties required by law, rules, or committee direction. 3.081 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.082 Members' Employment; Continuation Legislators who had private-sector jobs before taking office must be given their jobs back within 30 days of session … 3.083 Retention of Seniority, Fringe Benefits and Tenure Legislators restored to their old jobs keep their seniority, benefits, and cannot be fired for three years except for … 3.084 Lobbying Activities Prohibited Sitting legislators cannot work for lobbying firms or do lobbying-related work while in office. 3.085 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.086 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.087 Right of Action in District Court If a private employer refuses to rehire a legislator as required, the legislator can sue in district court for … 3.088 Leave of Absence Public employees who serve in the legislature or as elected local officials get unpaid leave and the right to return to … 3.09 Compensation of Employees Pay rates for legislative officers and employees are set by the rules of the house or senate that hired them. 3.095 Legislative Employees, Leaves The Legislative Coordinating Commission sets sick leave and vacation plans for legislative employees. 3.096 Transfer of Leave When someone moves between a legislative job and a state government job, their vacation and sick leave transfers. 3.098 Expense Reports The House and Senate must publish detailed quarterly spending reports, which are public information. 3.099 Members; Compensation and Expenses, Flexible Sessions Sets how legislators are paid, including salary schedule, mileage, per diem, and extra pay for leaders. 3.10 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.101 Living Expenses Legislators get reimbursed for living expenses while doing their job, both during and between sessions. 3.102 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.103 Special Session Living Expenses During a special session, legislators are reimbursed for expenses at the same rates as the last regular session. 3.11 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.12 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.13 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.14 Contempts Each house of the legislature can punish people for contempt, such as for arresting a member or bribing a member. 3.15 Punishment for Contempt Punishment for contempt of the legislature is imprisonment, but it cannot extend beyond the current session. 3.151 Disturbing Legislature or Intimidating Member It is a gross misdemeanor to disrupt the legislature, commit disorderly conduct near it, or threaten a legislator. 3.152 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.153 Legislative Subpoenas Legislative commissions and committees can issue subpoenas to compel testimony and documents. 3.16 Members, Officers, and Attorneys Excused From Court Duty Legislators, their officers, and attorneys are excused from court appearances while the legislature is in session. 3.17 Journals Each house must print a daily journal of its proceedings and make it available to members the next day. 3.18 Other Records Each house decides how many copies of its journal to print and what other records to keep. 3.185 Altering Draft of Bill It is a crime to fraudulently change a draft of a bill that has been presented to the legislature. 3.19 Engrossing and Enrolling Bills must be engrossed or enrolled following the rules set by the Revisor of Statutes and each chamber. 3.191 Altering Engrossed Bill It is a crime to fraudulently change the engrossed or enrolled copy of a bill passed by the legislature. 3.192 Requirements for New or Renewed Tax Expenditures After a tax break bill is signed, legislative chairs must report what information is needed to evaluate it. 3.195 Reports to the Legislature Sets rules for how state agencies must submit reports to the legislature, including electronic filing. 3.196 Audits The House and Senate must each hire an auditor or CPA to audit their finances at least every two years. 3.197 Required Reports Every report to the legislature must state the cost of preparing it at the beginning of the report. 3.198 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.1985 Legislative Funding; Appropriation Sets the process for funding the legislature, including member expenses, staff costs, and office operations. 3.199 Accessibility in the Legislature's Information Technology The legislature must make its websites and technology accessible to people with disabilities. 3.20 Form of Act; Submission When a constitutional amendment is proposed, the act must show the full text as it would read if adopted. 3.21 Notice The attorney general must provide voters a clear statement about each proposed constitutional amendment four months … 3.22 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.221 Committees and Commissions to Consider Science and Technology Policy Legislative committees must consider how bills affecting science and technology impact the state's economy. 3.222 Science and Technology Policy Establishes Minnesota's official science and technology policy goals, including promoting research and innovation. 3.225 Professional and Technical Service Contracts Sets rules for how the legislature contracts for professional and technical services. 3.226 Contracts With Vendors Who Discriminate Against Israel Prohibited The legislature cannot contract with vendors who boycott or discriminate against Israel. 3.227 Certification of Compliance With This Chapter Vendors contracting with the legislature must certify they comply with all requirements of this chapter. 3.23 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.24 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.25 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.251 Commission on Uniform State Laws Creates the Commission on Uniform State Laws with four commissioners who serve on the national conference. 3.252 Commissioners to Represent State Commissioners on Uniform State Laws represent Minnesota at the national conference and recommend laws for adoption. 3.253 No Compensation for Commissioners Commissioners on Uniform State Laws serve without pay for their commission work. 3.254 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.29 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.30 Legislative Advisory Commission This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.3005 Federal Money; Expenditure Review The legislature reviews how state agencies plan to spend federal money before the money is spent. 3.3006 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.301 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.302 Legislative Reference Library Creates the Legislative Reference Library to collect legal and government materials for the legislature. 3.3025 Director of Legislative Reference Library The Legislative Coordinating Commission appoints a director to run the Legislative Reference Library. 3.3026 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.303 Legislative Coordinating Commission; Creation and Organization; Staff; Duties Creates the Legislative Coordinating Commission to coordinate activities between the House and Senate. 3.304 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.305 Legislative Coordinating Commission; Bicameral Legislative Administration This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.3056 Committees; Task Forces Legislative commissions can create committees or task forces of legislators to help with their work. 3.31 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.32 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.33 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.34 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.35 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.351 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.36 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.37 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.38 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.39 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.40 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.41 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.42 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.421 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 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3.68 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.69 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.70 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.71 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.72 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.73 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.731 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.7311 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.732 Settlement of Claims Defines key terms for the state tort claims law, including who counts as a state employee. 3.735 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.736 Tort Claims The state will pay for injuries caused by state employees, but with limits and exceptions listed in this section. 3.7365 Legal Counsel; Reimbursement State agencies may reimburse employees for legal costs when sued for actions taken as part of their job. 3.737 Livestock Owners; Compensation for Destroyed or Crippled Animals Livestock owners can get paid by the state when wild animals like wolves or bears kill or injure their animals. 3.7371 Compensation for Crop or Fence Damage Caused by Elk This section covers compensation for crop or fence damage caused by elk. 3.738 Injury or Death of Patient or Inmate Sets rules for paying claims when patients or inmates at state institutions are injured or die due to negligence. 3.7381 Loss, Damage, or Destruction of Property; State Institutions; Correctional Facilities Patients and inmates at state facilities can be compensated for lost or damaged personal property. 3.739 Injury or Death of Certain Inmates or Persons Allows claims for injury or death of inmates in correctional programs like work release or community service. 3.7391 Purpose Establishes a special compensation process for victims of the I-35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis in 2007. 3.7392 Definitions Defines terms used in the I-35W bridge collapse compensation law. 3.7393 Consideration and Payment of Claims Creates a special master panel to consider claims and make payment offers to I-35W bridge collapse victims. 3.7394 Effect of Special Compensation Process; Relationship to Other Law Clarifies that the I-35W bridge compensation process does not create state liability or change existing law. 3.7395 Public Assistance Payments to I-35W bridge collapse survivors do not count as income for public assistance eligibility. 3.7396 Disposition of Remnant Steel of I-35w Bridge After all I-35W bridge legal matters are resolved, remnant bridge steel is preserved as a memorial. 3.74 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.741 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.742 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.743 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.744 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.745 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.746 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.747 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.748 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.749 Legislative Claims; Filing Fee Anyone filing a claim with the legislative claims subcommittee must pay an $8 filing fee. 3.75 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.751 Contract Claims The state waives its immunity from lawsuits for contract disputes, so you can sue the state over broken contracts. 3.752 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.753 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.754 Budget Requests; Property Improvement Claims State agencies must include money in their budgets to pay claims for improvements people made to state property. 3.755 Damage by Escaping Inmates The Department of Corrections must pay for property damage caused by escaping inmates, if not covered by insurance. 3.756 Misdemeanor It is a misdemeanor to knowingly file a false claim against the state or to help process one. 3.757 Release of Opioid-related Claims Allows the state to settle opioid-related lawsuits and distribute settlement money to cities and counties. 3.76 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.761 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.762 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.763 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.764 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.765 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.77 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.78 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.79 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.80 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.81 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.82 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.83 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.84 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.841 Legislative Coordinating Commission Defines the Legislative Coordinating Commission's role in reviewing state agency rules. 3.842 Review of Rules by Commission or Committee The commission or its designated committee reviews administrative rules proposed by state agencies. 3.843 Public Hearings by State Agencies The commission can require state agencies to hold public hearings on recommended changes to their rules. 3.844 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.845 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.846 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.85 Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement Creates the Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement to study and oversee public pension issues. 3.855 Employee Relations The Legislative Coordinating Commission oversees state employee compensation plans and labor agreements. 3.86 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.861 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.862 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.8625 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.863 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.864 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.865 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.866 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.87 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.873 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.875 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.88 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.881 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.882 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.884 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.8841 Legislative Commission on Metropolitan Government Creates the Legislative Commission on Metropolitan Government to oversee the Metropolitan Council. 3.8842 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.8843 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.8844 Legislative Commission on Data Practices Creates the Legislative Commission on Data Practices to study government data privacy issues. 3.8845 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.885 Legislative Commission on Planning and Fiscal Policy This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.8851 Legislative Energy Commission Creates the Legislative Energy Commission to study energy policy and recommend legislation. 3.8852 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.8853 Legislative Budget Office Creates the Legislative Budget Office to give the House and Senate nonpartisan budget analysis. 3.8854 Legislative Budget Office Oversight Commission Creates the Legislative Budget Office Oversight Commission to supervise the budget office. 3.8855 Tax Expenditure Review Commission This section was about the Tax Expenditure Review Commission but has been repealed. 3.886 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.887 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.888 Legislative Commission on Cybersecurity Creates the Legislative Commission on Cybersecurity with eight members to study cybersecurity policy. 3.89 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.90 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.91 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.92 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.921 Standing Committees as Interim Study Committees Standing committees of the legislature continue as interim study committees between sessions. 3.9215 Ombudsperson for American Indian Families Creates an ombudsperson to advocate for American Indian families in child welfare cases. 3.9216 American Indian Community-specific Board Creates a community board of five American Indian members to advise and oversee the ombudsperson. 3.922 Indian Affairs Council Creates the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council to protect the rights and interests of American Indian people. 3.9221 Indian Tribes; Compacts to Be Negotiated Authorizes the governor to negotiate gaming compacts with Indian Tribes under federal law. 3.9222 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9223 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9224 Medical Cannabis; Compacts to Be Negotiated Authorizes the governor to negotiate medical cannabis compacts with Indian Tribes. 3.9225 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9226 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9227 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9228 Adult-use Cannabis; Compacts to Be Negotiated Authorizes the governor to negotiate adult-use cannabis compacts with Indian Tribes. 3.923 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.924 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.925 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9251 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.926 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.927 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9271 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9272 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9273 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9274 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9275 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9276 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9277 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9278 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9279 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9280 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.93 Definition Defines what an enemy attack means for purposes of emergency legislative session rules. 3.94 Place of Session If the state capital is unsafe due to an attack, the governor can move the legislature to a new location. 3.95 Special Session in Event of Attack If there is an enemy attack and the legislature is not in session, the governor must call a special session within 30 … 3.96 Quorum and Vote Requirements During an enemy attack, the quorum is reduced to a majority of members who can attend. 3.965 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.97 Legislative Audit Commission Creates the Legislative Audit Commission to oversee the legislative auditor and state auditing. 3.971 Legislative Auditor Creates the office of the legislative auditor, who is appointed to audit state agencies and programs. 3.972 Audits of Agencies The legislative auditor audits state agencies' finances and evaluates how well programs work. 3.973 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.9735 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.974 Distribution of Written Report After completing an audit, the legislative auditor must share a written report with the audited organization. 3.9741 Cost of Certain Audits Certain audited organizations must reimburse the state for the cost of their audits. 3.975 Duties Concerning Misuse of Public Money or Other Resources If the auditor finds misuse of public money, the auditor must report it to the attorney general and county attorney. 3.976 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.977 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.978 Auxiliary Powers The legislative auditor can issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and access all state records needed for audits. 3.979 Data Classification and Disclosure Classifies data collected by the legislative auditor and sets rules for when audit data can be disclosed. 3.98 Fiscal Notes Requires fiscal notes showing the cost of proposed legislation before it can be acted on. 3.981 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.982 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.983 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.984 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 3.985 Rule Notes The governor or a committee chair can require agencies to prepare a rule note before adopting new rules. 3.986 Definitions Defines terms used in the local impact notes law, including what counts as a state mandate. 3.987 Local Impact Notes for State-mandated Actions Requires local impact notes showing how proposed state mandates would affect local governments. 3.988 Exceptions to Local Impact Notes Lists when a local impact note is not required, such as for cost increases caused by inflation. 3.989 Reimbursement to Local Political Subdivisions for Costs of State Mandates If the state creates a new mandate on local governments, it should reimburse them for the added costs. 6.74 Information Collected From Local Governments The state auditor collects annual financial data from all cities, counties, and local governments. 6.75 Annual Report The state auditor publishes an annual summary report of financial data from all local governments.