Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this Minnesota legislative bill is to modify the definition of "joint offices" within the context of the state's legislative framework. It seeks to clarify which entities are considered joint offices, potentially affecting how legislative services are organized and managed.

Main Provisions

• Clarification of Joint Offices: The bill specifies that "joint offices" include several key legislative support entities in Minnesota. These are the Revisor of Statutes, the Legislative Reference Library, the Office of the Legislative Auditor, the Legislative Budget Office, and the Legislative Coordinating Commission. Any other legislative service offices that fit similar criteria are also considered joint offices.

Significant Changes

• Extended Definition: This bill updates the existing statute to ensure a comprehensive definition of "joint offices." It specifically names certain entities as part of this designation, which might have been ambiguously categorized before.

• Legislative Framework Adjustment: By defining these offices explicitly, the bill helps solidify the structure within which Minnesota's legislative branch operates. This can improve clarity about the roles and responsibilities of these offices, leading to more efficient legislative processes.

Relevant Terms

legislative commission, joint offices, Revisor of Statutes, Legislative Reference Library, Office of Legislative Auditor, Legislative Budget Office, Legislative Coordinating Commission, Minnesota legislative framework.