Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to improve the management of grants by requiring specific training for Minnesota state agency staff involved in grants management. This move seeks to ensure that employees are properly equipped to handle their responsibilities related to managing state grants effectively.

Main Provisions

• Grants Management Training Program: The Minnesota Commissioner of Administration is tasked with developing an online, on-demand training program for state agency staff. The training will cover essential skills necessary for managing a grants program.

• Training Curriculum:

  1. The program must include curriculum for grants management managers and supervisors to carry out their roles effectively.
  2. Instruction on the state's grants management policies.
  3. Identification of fraud indicators is to be part of the training.
  4. An examination must be completed to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the presented skills, knowledge, and responsibilities.

• Mandatory Training Requirement: All staff involved in grants management must:

  • Complete the initial training before starting their grants management duties.
  • Undergo continuing training annually to stay updated with the latest practices and policies.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces a new subdivision to Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 16B.97, mandating specialized training for state employees involved in grants management.

Relevant Terms

• Grants management
• Training program
• Fraud indicators
• State agency staff
• Continuing education