Task force would study ways to ease starting Minnesota businesses

The employment and economic development commissioner would establish a task force to study business support and recommend changes. The task force would study business programs, permits and licenses, and barriers to starting a business in Minnesota. Its members would include business owners, educators, workforce representatives, and people with business financing experience. This section would take effect the day after final enactment. The commissioner must convene the first meeting by September 15, 2027.

The task force would report its findings and recommendations to legislative leaders. The report would go to the chairs and ranking minority members of legislative committees and divisions that oversee economic development. The task force would expire the day after it submits the report. The report is due by February 15, 2028.