MN HF1433

Political subdivisions must pay interest at 1.5 percent per month on undisputed state auditor bills not paid within 60 days of invoice receipt.

A minimum monthly interest penalty of $10 applies to unpaid balances of $100 or more; actual penalties apply to balances under $100.

Political subdivisions may dispute bills by submitting a letter to the state auditor describing grounds for the dispute, triggering a contested case proceeding.

An administrative law judge's order resolving a disputed billing is final and cannot be modified or rejected by the state auditor.

No interest penalties accrue during a dispute if settled within 60 days, though accrued interest on proper invoices must be paid upon resolution unless the administrative law judge directs otherwise.