Purpose of the Bill

The bill seeks to allocate funds for covering specific legal fees and expenses associated with a particular lawsuit against the state of Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates $900,000 from the state's general fund for fiscal year 2025. This money will be used to cover legal fees and expenses.

• Case Reference: The appropriation is directly related to the lawsuit titled "Minnesota Chamber of Commerce v. Choi." If an order is issued that grants the plaintiffs' motion for fees and expenses in this case, the funds will be used accordingly.

• Management of Funds: The funds are allocated to the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board. This board will be responsible for paying all fees and expenses awarded to the plaintiff if the court order is filed.

• Timeframe: This is a one-time appropriation, and the allocated funds are available until June 30, 2026.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill introduces a new appropriation from the general fund specifically for legal expenses, which is not a recurring allocation under existing law. It is a targeted financial response to the specific legal case mentioned.

Relevant Terms

Appropriation, General Fund, Legal Fees, Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce v. Choi, One-Time Allocation, Fiscal Year 2025.