The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 375A.12, by adding a new subdivision that mandates retention elections for individuals appointed to certain county offices. Specifically, it requires that at the first general election following the effective date of the bill, counties must hold an election to determine whether to retain the appointed individual. If the voters choose not to retain the appointee, they can remain in their position only until January 1 following the election, after which the county board must appoint a new individual. Conversely, if the voters approve the retention, the appointee can continue in their role, with subsequent retention elections required every four years.

Additionally, the bill specifies the wording of the ballot question that voters will see, which asks whether the county board should retain the appointed individual for their respective office. The new provisions will take effect the day after the bill is enacted.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 375A.12