This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 3.099, to prohibit per diem payments to legislators during regular sessions of the legislature, while allowing such payments when the legislature is not in session. The bill specifies that legislators will receive their salary on designated paydays and outlines the reimbursement for travel expenses as authorized by the respective houses. Additionally, it introduces a new subdivision that limits the sources of compensation for legislators, allowing only specific forms of compensation such as a salary set by the Legislative Salary Council, contributions to insurance benefits, retirement plan contributions, and compensation as outlined in existing statutes.

The bill also includes a provision that mandates the secretary of the senate and the chief clerk of the house to certify the compensation payable to each member monthly. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2027. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline legislator compensation and ensure that per diem payments are not made during active legislative sessions.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 3.099