This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, specifically section 15A.082, which pertains to the Compensation Council. Key changes include the adjustment of the submission timeline for salary recommendations from April to September 1 in even-numbered years, and the repeal of subdivision 7, which previously prohibited ex parte communications between council members and certain state officials during the salary recommendation process. The bill also clarifies that members appointed by the governor cannot vote on the governor's salary and outlines the membership composition and restrictions for the council.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the Compensation Council must submit salary recommendations for justices and judges by September 1 in even-numbered years, with the recommendations taking effect on July 1 of the following odd-numbered year, contingent upon legislative appropriation. The council is also tasked with prescribing salaries for constitutional officers and agency heads in odd-numbered years, with similar effective dates. The repeal of the ex parte communication prohibition aims to streamline the council's operations and enhance its ability to gather necessary information for salary determinations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 15A.082