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MN SF2948
Bill
Status
2/11/2020
Primary Sponsor
Scott Jensen
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AI Summary
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Adds new duty (10) to the Council on Disability's powers authorizing it to apply for and accept grants and other aids from public or private sources.
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Appropriates $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2021 from the general fund to the commissioner of administration for grants to cities and counties to improve website accessibility.
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Prioritizes grant projects that develop tools and training benefiting multiple cities and counties over single-jurisdiction projects.
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Requires the commissioner of administration to consult with the Council on Disability when awarding the grants.
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Allows up to ten percent of the $1,000,000 appropriation to be used for administrative purposes, with remaining funds available until spent.
Legislative Description
Disability council duties and powers modification and grant appropriation to cities and counties for website accessibility improvements
Last Action
Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to State Government Finance and Policy and Elections
3/4/2020