Bill > SF1169

This bill requires state government agencies to reduce their general and nongeneral fund appropriations for agency operations in the 2023-2025 biennium by the amount of salary and benefits savings from positions that remain unfilled for more than 180 days after being posted. The bill specifically applies to positions posted in fiscal years 2023, 2024, and 2025, and mandates that these budget reductions be reflected in agency base budgets for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Importantly, the bill exempts two types of positions from this requirement: law enforcement positions and public safety positions. Additionally, the bill requires the commissioner of management and budget to report to legislative finance committees about the spending reductions for each agency. The goal appears to be encouraging agencies to fill vacant positions more quickly or adjust their budgets accordingly, potentially leading to more efficient use of state resources. The bill becomes effective immediately after final enactment, allowing agencies to begin implementing the new requirements promptly.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1169&ssn=0&y=2025