Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to establish mandatory training for state employees in Minnesota to help them prevent, recognize, and respond to instances of fraud or misuse of state funds.

Main Provisions

• The Minnesota Commissioner of Management and Budget is responsible for providing annual training to all state employees.
• This training will educate employees on how to identify and handle suspected fraudulent activities or misuse of state resources.
• Part of the training will involve informing employees of their legal obligation to report any acts of fraud they suspect or witness.
• Employees must sign an acknowledgment upon completing the training, certifying that they understand their responsibilities and the consequences of failing to report fraud or participating in fraudulent activities as outlined in section 609.455 of Minnesota statutes.

Significant Changes

• Introduces a new requirement in the Minnesota Statutes (chapter 43A) for annual fraud-related training for state employees.
• Establishes a clear protocol mandating that employees must report suspected fraudulent activities, thus strengthening the accountability measures within state governance.

Relevant Terms

state employees, fraud prevention, misuse of state funds, training acknowledgment, reporting requirements, accountability, section 609.455, Minnesota Commissioner of Management and Budget