This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to impose responsible contractor requirements on recipients of state loans and grants exceeding $50,000. Specifically, it introduces a new subdivision to section 16A.06, which mandates that applicants for such loans must submit a signed statement under oath certifying their compliance with minimum requirements outlined in section 16C.285, subdivision 3. The commissioner has the authority to delegate this responsibility to other state agencies through interagency agreements.

Additionally, the bill modifies section 16B.981, subdivision 2, by adding a requirement for potential grantees to provide a signed statement under oath certifying their compliance with the same minimum requirements. This replaces a previous requirement for a different type of documentation, thereby streamlining the assessment process for agencies awarding grants. The overall aim of the bill is to ensure that state funds are awarded to responsible contractors who meet established standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 16A.06, 16B.981