MN HF1866

Removes requirement for commissioner of commerce to assemble advisory committee for renewable hydrogen energy grant program; commissioner retains discretion to operate competitive grant program.

Eliminates mandatory advisory committee for regional energy research and education partnership focused on renewable energy and hydrogen technology in Minnesota and Upper Midwest.

Removes requirement for commissioner to appoint advisory task force to evaluate energy conservation program information and formulate legislative recommendations.

Clarifies that the Automobile Theft Prevention Advisory Board created under Minnesota Statutes section 65B.84, subdivision 4, did not expire on June 30, 2009, and validates all prior actions and expenditures.

Repeals seven sections of Minnesota Statutes related to various advisory board provisions and energy-related programs.