This bill aims to enhance the governance and management of state grants in Minnesota by introducing new requirements for fraud reporting, organizational transparency, and accountability measures. It mandates that state agency employees report suspected fraud to law enforcement and relevant legislative committees. Additionally, each agency is required to post a current organizational chart on its website, detailing key personnel. The bill amends existing statutes to strengthen grants management by emphasizing the prevention of fraud, waste, and abuse, and it introduces a criminal penalty for state employees who knowingly violate specific grants management requirements.

Key amendments include the establishment of rigorous monitoring and reporting protocols for grants exceeding certain amounts, such as mandatory in-person visits and financial reconciliations. The bill also requires that grant agreements include provisions for organizational transparency and compliance audits. Furthermore, it stipulates that grant agreements must be suspended if the recipient is charged with a criminal offense related to the grant. Overall, the legislation seeks to create a more transparent and accountable framework for state grants, ensuring that public funds are managed effectively and ethically.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.981, 16B.991