This bill establishes a payroll reporting portal and database within the Minnesota state government, aimed at enhancing the management and reporting of certified payroll information for construction projects subject to prevailing wage requirements. By October 1, 2027, the commissioner is required to create a secure database and an accessible online reporting portal for contractors to submit payroll data. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the commissioner, including the establishment of processes for project owner registration and the collection of certified payroll data. Additionally, it mandates that project owners register their projects through the portal starting January 1, 2028, and specifies that work cannot commence until registration is completed.

The bill also amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 177.43, subdivision 3, to include new language that emphasizes the project owner's responsibility to ensure compliance with prevailing wage reporting requirements. It appropriates $1,958,000 from the general fund for the fiscal year 2027 to support the development and administration of the payroll reporting portal and database, with a base appropriation of $1,381,000 for subsequent years. The effective dates for various provisions are set for July 1, 2026, for the portal and database, and July 1, 2027, for the amended contract requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 326B.103, 326B.184, 326B.31, 326B.33, 326B.37, 326B.49, 326B.986, 327.31, 327.32, 327.33, 327.34, 327.35, 327B.01, 327B.03, 327B.04, 327B.041, 327B.042, 327B.05, 327B.06, 327B.08, 327B.09, 327B.10, 327B.11, 327B.12, 177.253, 177.254
1st Engrossment: 116J.431, 116J.8733, 116J.8752, 116L.03, 116L.04, 116L.05, 116L.562, 116L.98, 116U.05, 116U.06, 116U.15, 116U.30, 116U.35, 248.07, 469.54, 177.27, 181.211, 181.988, 326B.0981, 326B.198, 326B.31, 326B.33
2nd Engrossment: 177.43