The bill establishes a biennial budget for the state of Minnesota, appropriating funds for various state agencies and programs, including specific allocations for the Office of the Legislative Auditor and the Minnesota Historical Society. It introduces a Healthy Aging Subcabinet aimed at promoting equitable health opportunities for older adults and mandates the development of a Minnesota Healthy Aging Plan by June 30, 2027. The bill also enhances the authority of the attorney general, allowing for greater subpoena power and improved regulatory processes, particularly concerning medical assistance fraud and lottery retailer contracts. Key funding provisions include $39,703,000 for the Legislative Auditor and $100,000 for the insulin safety net program.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to streamline regulatory practices, including new educational requirements for certified public accountants and enhanced criteria for lottery retailers. It establishes penalties for medical assistance fraud based on the amount of false claims submitted and introduces the Minnesota Business Filing Fraud Prevention Act, which outlines procedures for handling fraudulent filings and sets penalties for late business entity renewals. The bill also creates a council focused on infrastructure management, ensuring that appointees have relevant expertise and geographic representation, and requires annual reporting on its activities. Overall, the bill aims to improve accountability, enhance public health initiatives, and strengthen regulatory frameworks within the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 16A.287, 3A.03, 13.02, 13.605, 16A.28, 151.741, 352.04, 352.92, 352B.02, 353.27, 353.65, 353E.03, 354.42, 354A.12, 490.123
1st Engrossment: 3.099, 3.971, 3.98, 8.16, 11A.07, 16A.057, 240.131, 256B.12, 326A.03, 326A.14, 349A.01, 349A.06, 609.52, 628.26, 16A.90, 609.466, 13.485, 609.48