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MN HF2132
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/25/2014
Primary Sponsor
Rena Moran
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AI Summary
- Increases Council on Black Minnesotans (COBM) membership from 13 to 15 members appointed by the governor, with equal representation required among African Americans, East Africans, and West Africans
- Changes council duties from advisory to include actively drafting and lobbying for legislation, testifying before legislative committees on issues affecting the Black community, and recommending bonding initiatives
- Modifies briefing requirement so council briefs governor and legislative leaders face-to-face on policy matters of concern to Black Minnesotans, rather than solely advising on general issues
- Authorizes council to partner with state agencies on Black business recruitment and international trade with African nations, and to receive legacy funds for grants supporting conservation, clean water, and cultural heritage projects
- Adds authority for council to remove members violating attendance policy and allows executive director to serve in unclassified service with classified staff support
Legislative Description
Council on Black Minnesotans duties and powers expanded.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Government Operations
2/25/2014
Committee Referrals
Government Operations2/25/2014
Full Bill Text
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