This bill establishes a biennial budget for the state of Minnesota, appropriating funds for various state agencies and programs, including specific allocations such as $12,076,000 for the Office of the Legislative Auditor and $1,250,000 for taxpayer assistance grants. It introduces new provisions regarding the fees charged by the Minnesota Historical Society and outlines conditions for the expenditure of appropriated funds. The bill also addresses election administration laws, voting procedures, and campaign finance regulations, including the study of campaign spending limits and the establishment of new disclaimer requirements. Significant changes include the extension of the Capitol Mall Design Framework implementation deadline and the designation of the giant beaver as Minnesota's official state fossil.

Additionally, the bill amends various sections of Minnesota law to enhance administrative efficiency and transparency in state operations. It introduces a waiver process for subcontracting requirements for small businesses in economically disadvantaged areas and establishes a long-term care insurance program for public employees. The bill also creates a Capitol Area Community Vitality Account, appropriating $5 million for community initiatives, and modifies training requirements for hair technicians to ensure inclusivity in education. Overall, the bill aims to streamline processes, promote local businesses, and enhance community vitality while ensuring compliance with existing laws and regulations.

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: 3.971, 11A.24, 14.48, 14.62, 16A.152, 16B.055, 16B.335, 16B.48, 16B.54, 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.981, 16B.991, 16C.05, 16C.137, 16C.16, 16D.09, 43A.231, 43A.27, 240.131, 349A.01, 349A.06, 16B.45, 43A.01, 43A.02, 43A.04, 43A.05, 43A.08, 43A.11, 43A.121, 43A.15, 43A.17, 43A.181, 43A.1815, 43A.19, 43A.23, 43A.24, 43A.33, 43A.346, 43A.36, 43A.421, 155A.23, 155A.27, 155A.2705, 155A.30, 326.05, 326.10, 326.111, 326A.03, 326A.14, 13.485, 609.48, 302A.153, 303.06, 303.21, 308A.131, 308B.215, 317A.151, 321.0206, 322C.0201, 322C.0802, 323A.0101, 13D.02, 222.37, 331A.10, 367.36, 383C.035, 412.02, 412.591, 466.01, 477A.017, 471.9998
2nd Engrossment: 3.971, 11A.24, 14.48, 14.62, 15B.06, 16A.152, 16B.055, 16B.335, 16B.48, 16B.54, 16B.97, 16B.98, 16B.981, 16B.991, 16C.05, 16C.137, 16C.16, 16D.09, 43A.231, 43A.27, 240.131, 349A.01, 349A.06, 16B.45, 43A.01, 43A.02, 43A.04, 43A.05, 43A.08, 43A.11, 43A.121, 43A.15, 43A.17, 43A.181, 43A.1815, 43A.19, 43A.23, 43A.24, 43A.33, 43A.346, 43A.36, 43A.421, 155A.23, 155A.27, 155A.2705, 155A.30, 326.05, 326.10, 326.111, 326A.03, 326A.14, 13.485, 609.48, 302A.153, 303.06, 303.21, 308A.131, 308B.215, 317A.151, 321.0206, 322C.0201, 322C.0802, 323A.0101, 13D.02, 222.37, 331A.10, 367.36, 383C.035, 412.02, 412.591, 466.01, 477A.017, 471.9998, 10A.01, 10A.04, 10A.07, 10A.08, 10A.09, 10A.175, 10A.176, 10A.177, 10A.20, 10A.201, 10A.202, 10A.36, 124E.03, 211A.02, 211B.04, 211B.13, 211B.32, 211B.35, 383B.041, 201.054, 201.056, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.121, 201.13, 201.14, 201.161, 201.162, 201.225, 201.275, 203B.04, 203B.05, 203B.06, 203B.07, 203B.08, 203B.081, 203B.11, 203B.121, 203B.17, 203B.23, 203B.29, 203B.30, 204B.06, 204B.07, 204B.09, 204B.14, 204B.16, 204B.175, 204B.21, 204B.24, 204B.25, 204B.28, 204B.44, 204B.45, 204C.05, 204C.06, 204C.08, 204C.09, 204C.10, 204C.15, 204C.24, 204C.32, 204C.33, 205.07, 205.075, 205.13, 205.185, 205A.06, 205A.10, 205A.11, 206.83, 202A.20, 207A.11, 368.47, 375.20, 414.09, 447.32