The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 3.305, subdivision 9, to enhance the oversight and coordination of joint legislative studies by the Legislative Coordinating Commission. It specifies that the Commission may require regular progress reports from those conducting the studies to ensure accountability and transparency.

Additionally, the bill introduces a provision allowing the Legislative Coordinating Commission to delegate responsibility and appropriations for joint legislative studies to existing staff offices of the house of representatives or senate, legislative commissions, joint legislative committees, or state agencies. This delegation can include the ability to contract with external agents for assistance, thereby streamlining the process and potentially increasing the efficiency of legislative studies.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 3.305