This bill modifies the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council in Minnesota by eliminating the Transportation Advisory Board and revising the appointment process and membership of the Council. Key amendments include allowing the commission to monitor appointments and make recommendations to the appropriate appointing authority, as well as establishing a new membership structure that includes representatives from each county and local elected officials or citizen representatives from each Metropolitan Council district. The bill introduces staggered terms for members and allows for the recall of appointed individuals by their respective appointing bodies.

Additionally, the bill mandates the establishment of a new technical advisory committee composed of professional staff from local governments and agencies involved in transportation, replacing the previous advisory body. This change aims to enhance the Council's planning responsibilities by ensuring access to specialized knowledge. The bill also includes a repeal of a specific section from the 1994 laws and sets a new effective date of January 1, 2028, for the changes to take effect in several counties, while establishing salaries for the chair and members of the Metropolitan Council.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 3.8841, 473.123, 473.146