MN SF2386

Up to $50,000 in state funds provided for transition expenses for secretary of state-elect and state auditor-elect, and up to $75,000 for attorney general-elect, transferred from the general contingent account in election years

Allowable transition expenses include office space, equipment, communications and technology support, consulting services, compensation, and travel costs for preparing to assume official duties

Unused funds must be returned to the general contingent account by March 31 of the inauguration year, with no new obligations permitted after inauguration

Adds transition expenses and inaugural event expenses to the definition of "noncampaign disbursement" under Minnesota campaign finance law

Prohibits candidates from soliciting or accepting contributions for inaugural events or transition expenses except through their principal campaign committee or the new statutory provisions