The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 10.65, subdivision 2, to include the Office of Cannabis Management as an official agency that will engage in government-to-government relationships with Tribal governments. This addition aims to enhance the state's collaboration with Minnesota's federally recognized Indian Tribes, ensuring that their interests are considered in policy development and decision-making processes that may affect them.

The bill also clarifies the definition of "consultation" to emphasize the importance of direct and interactive involvement of Tribal governments in policy matters with Tribal implications. It establishes that agencies must demonstrate a good faith effort to solicit feedback from Tribal governments and outlines the necessity of formal engagement between agency officials and Tribal governing bodies. This ensures that the voices of Tribal governments are integral to the state's decision-making processes regarding issues that significantly impact them.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 10.65