Bill > SF3090

This bill modifies military pay and allowances for Minnesota's military forces, making several key changes. First, it clarifies the definition of "state active service" for commissioned officers, ensuring they receive pay and allowances at rates equivalent to federal armed forces personnel, with a minimum daily rate of $130. Similarly, for enlisted personnel called into state active service by the governor, the bill guarantees payment at either the federal rate for their grade and service length or $130 per day, whichever is higher. The most significant new provision establishes a pension offset stipend, where the adjutant general can pay service members an additional 5% of their basic pay when called into state active service. This stipend is specifically designed to compensate service members for potential pension inequities compared to similar federal service. These changes aim to provide more comprehensive and equitable compensation for Minnesota's military personnel during their state-mandated service.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3090&ssn=0&y=2025