This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 16B.97, subdivision 4, to enhance oversight of state grants by the commissioner. Key provisions include the establishment of general grants management policies applicable to all executive agencies, with the ability for the commissioner to approve exceptions that last for five years. The commissioner will also serve as a central point of contact for grants management, provide resources for training and best practices, and oversee compliance with grants governance policies. Notably, the bill introduces new requirements for monitoring visits based on grant amounts, mandating virtual visits for grants under $50,000, annual in-person visits for grants between $50,000 and $250,000, and biannual visits for grants over $250,000. Additionally, it requires financial reconciliation of grant expenditures before final payments, with quarterly reconciliations for grants exceeding $500,000.

The bill also includes a provision for the commissioner to update grants management policies to align with the new requirements and specifies that these changes will take effect on August 1, 2026, applying to grant agreements executed or amended after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 16B.97