This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes to adjust the county share for administrative costs associated with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and delineates the responsibilities of the commissioner overseeing these programs. Key provisions include a requirement for the commissioner to report biennially on grants and gifts received, develop program objectives and performance measures, and ensure compliance with federal laws. The bill highlights the importance of incorporating the lived experiences of children and youth in program development and aims to enhance coordination among programs to better support families in need.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that limits county agencies to contributing no more than 50 percent of the total administrative costs of SNAP, with the commissioner responsible for reimbursing counties for the difference between federal reimbursements and their contributions. It also mandates the commissioner to explore the feasibility of a statewide computer system to assist county financial workers and manage state contributions for children under guardianship. The language changes include replacing "shall" with "must" in several instances, reinforcing the obligations of the commissioner and counties, and clarifying that the enumeration of powers does not limit the general powers granted to the commissioner.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 142F.05, 256.017