This bill encompasses a wide range of appropriations and modifications to Minnesota state laws, primarily focusing on funding for various state services and initiatives for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Key funding allocations include $15,000 annually for a legislators' forum, $200,000 for the Office on the Economic Status of Women, and $500,000 for establishing a collective bargaining process for legislative employees. The bill also introduces significant changes to existing laws, including the establishment of new councils such as the Minnesota Youth Advisory Council and the Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans, which will advise the governor and legislature on relevant issues. Additionally, it enhances the statewide voter registration system and introduces early voting, allowing eligible voters to cast their ballots in person during the 18 days leading up to an election.

Moreover, the bill emphasizes environmental sustainability by mandating the commissioner to set maximum acceptable global warming potentials for materials and establishing the Office of Enterprise Sustainability to assist state agencies in improving sustainability outcomes. It also introduces new licensing requirements for hair technicians, including a defined training curriculum and continuing education for license renewal. The bill aims to enhance accessibility and inclusivity within state employment practices, particularly for individuals with disabilities, by establishing affirmative action plans and requiring training for hiring managers. Overall, the legislation reflects a comprehensive approach to improving state governance, public service delivery, and community engagement across various sectors.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 9.031
1st Engrossment: 1.135, 1.141, 3.07, 3.09, 4.045, 16A.055, 16A.126, 16A.1286, 16B.4805, 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.991, 43A.08, 43A.18, 145.951, 155A.23, 155A.27, 155A.271, 155A.29, 179A.01, 179A.03, 307.08, 381.12, 124D.957, 16E.01, 16E.016, 16E.03, 16E.14, 16E.21, 16E.0466, 43A.01, 43A.02, 43A.04, 43A.09, 43A.10, 43A.14, 43A.15, 43A.19, 43A.191, 43A.21, 43A.36, 43A.421
2nd Engrossment: 6.91, 5.30, 10A.31, 1.135, 1.141, 3.07, 3.09, 3.98, 4.045, 16A.055, 16A.126, 16A.1286, 16B.4805, 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.991, 43A.08, 43A.18, 145.951, 155A.23, 155A.27, 155A.271, 155A.29, 179A.01, 179A.03, 307.08, 381.12, 124D.957, 16E.01, 16E.016, 16E.03, 16E.14, 16E.21, 16E.0466, 43A.01, 43A.02, 43A.04, 43A.09, 43A.10, 43A.14, 43A.15, 43A.19, 43A.191, 43A.21, 43A.36, 43A.421, 16A.011, 16A.103, 16A.152, 16A.97, 16A.98, 8.31, 10A.01, 10A.04, 10A.05, 10A.06, 10A.071, 201.022, 201.071, 201.091, 201.145, 203B.001, 203B.01, 203B.03, 203B.05, 203B.081, 203B.085, 203B.12, 203B.121, 204B.09, 204B.26, 204B.28, 204B.45, 204B.46, 204B.49, 204C.10, 206.845, 211A.02, 211B.11, 211B.32
2nd Engrossment: 6.91, 5.30, 10A.31, 1.135, 1.141, 3.07, 3.09, 3.98, 4.045, 16A.055, 16A.126, 16A.1286, 16B.4805, 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.991, 43A.08, 43A.18, 145.951, 155A.23, 155A.27, 155A.271, 155A.29, 179A.01, 179A.03, 307.08, 381.12, 124D.957, 16E.01, 16E.016, 16E.03, 16E.14, 16E.21, 16E.0466, 43A.01, 43A.02, 43A.04, 43A.09, 43A.10, 43A.14, 43A.15, 43A.19, 43A.191, 43A.21, 43A.36, 43A.421, 16A.011, 16A.103, 16A.152, 16A.97, 16A.98, 8.31, 10A.01, 10A.04, 10A.05, 10A.06, 10A.071, 201.022, 201.071, 201.091, 201.145, 203B.001, 203B.01, 203B.03, 203B.05, 203B.081, 203B.085, 203B.12, 203B.121, 204B.09, 204B.26, 204B.28, 204B.45, 204B.46, 204B.49, 204C.10, 206.845, 211A.02, 211B.11, 211B.32
1st Engrossment: 1.135, 1.141, 3.07, 3.09, 4.045, 16A.055, 16A.126, 16A.1286, 16B.4805, 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.991, 43A.08, 43A.18, 145.951, 155A.23, 155A.27, 155A.271, 155A.29, 179A.01, 179A.03, 307.08, 381.12, 124D.957, 16E.01, 16E.016, 16E.03, 16E.14, 16E.21, 16E.0466, 43A.01, 43A.02, 43A.04, 43A.09, 43A.10, 43A.14, 43A.15, 43A.19, 43A.191, 43A.21, 43A.36, 43A.421