This bill establishes the position of Director of Grants Management and Oversight within the Minnesota Department of Administration, aimed at enhancing the governance and management of state grants. The Director will be responsible for overseeing grantmaking practices, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, and providing a central point of contact for statewide grants management policies. The bill outlines specific duties for the Director, including the creation of general grants management policies, the establishment of internal controls for oversight, and the requirement for granting agencies to submit annual reports detailing their grant activities.

Additionally, the bill amends several sections of Minnesota Statutes to reflect these changes, including the replacement of the term "commissioner" with "director" in various contexts, thereby transferring responsibilities from the commissioner to the newly appointed director. It also mandates that the director must be appointed by October 1, 2025, and emphasizes the importance of public accountability and transparency in grant processes. The bill includes provisions for the director to review and approve grantee requests for waivers and extensions, as well as to ensure that technology systems used in grant administration meet established requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 16B.97, 16B.98