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MN HF3150
Bill
Status
2/11/2020
Primary Sponsor
Chris Swedzinski
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AI Summary
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Requires the governor to appoint the Public Utilities Commission chair with the advice and consent of the Minnesota Senate, rather than unilateral gubernatorial selection.
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The Commission chair serves a term concurrent with the governor's term.
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If a vacancy occurs in the chair position, the governor shall select a new chair to complete the unexpired term.
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Effective the day following final enactment and applies to any appointment of a commissioner to serve as chair made on or after that date.
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Amends Minnesota Statutes 2018, section 216A.03, subdivision 3.
Legislative Description
Public Utilities Commission; senate advice and consent of chair appointment required.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Government Operations
2/11/2020