MN SR2

Adopts the permanent rules from the 87th session as temporary rules for the 88th session until permanent rules are adopted by majority vote.

Prohibits bill introductions on the first day of the session.

Restructures omnibus appropriations bills from 13 categories to 9, combining agriculture with environment and economic development, merging higher education with workforce development, and consolidating transportation with public safety.

Eliminates separate committees for "Agriculture and Rural Economies," "Commerce and Consumer Protection," "Environment and Natural Resources," "Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications," "Local Government and Elections," and "State Government Innovation and Veterans."

Creates or consolidates standing committees including "Environment and Agriculture," "Health, Human Services and Housing," "Higher Education and Workforce Development," "Jobs, Agriculture and Rural Development," and "Transportation and Public Safety."