HF 915

as introduced - 88th Legislature (2013 - 2014) Posted on 02/25/2013 02:25pm

A bill for an act
relating to the Minnesota Science and Technology Authority; expanding the
authority to include a research focus; establishing a new public research
infrastructure grant program; requiring a plan for expanded research; establishing
a public postsecondary research partnership; requiring a report; amending
Minnesota Statutes 2012, sections 116W.01; 116W.02, subdivisions 2, 3;
116W.03, subdivision 1; 116W.04, subdivisions 1, 8; 116W.06, subdivisions 1, 2;
116W.25; 116W.26, subdivisions 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 116W.27; 116W.28; 116W.29;
116W.30; 116W.31; 116W.32, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law
in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 116W.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.01, is amended to read:

116W.01 MINNESOTA SCIENCE deleted text begin AND deleted text end new text begin , new text end TECHNOLOGY new text begin , AND RESEARCH
new text end AUTHORITY ACT.

This chapter may be cited as the "Minnesota Science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end Technology new text begin , and Research
new text end Authority Act."

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 2.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.02, subdivision 2, is amended to read:

Subd. 2.

Authority.

"Authority" means the Minnesota Science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end Technology new text begin ,
and Research new text end Authority.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 3.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.02, subdivision 3, is amended to read:

Subd. 3.

Eligible recipient.

"Eligible recipient" means an entity primarily operating
to create and retain jobs in the state's industrial base new text begin , expand research capacity throughout
the state, new text end and maximize the economic growth of the state through:

(1) high-technology research and development capabilities;

(2) product and process innovation and commercialization;

(3) high-technology manufacturing capabilities;

(4) science and technology business environment; deleted text begin or
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(5) science and technology workforce preparation new text begin ; and
new text end

new text begin (6) enhanced capacity for research through expanded research infrastructure and
opportunities new text end .

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 4.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.03, subdivision 1, is amended to read:

Subdivision 1.

Membership.

The Minnesota Science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end Technology new text begin , and Research
new text end Authority consists of the commissioner of employment and economic development, the
commissioner of management and budget, the commissioner of revenue, the commissioner
of commerce, deleted text begin and deleted text end the commissioner of agriculture new text begin , the chancellor of the Minnesota State
Colleges and Universities, and the president of the University of Minnesota new text end .

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 5.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.04, subdivision 1, is amended to read:

Subdivision 1.

Duties.

The Science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end Technology new text begin , and Research new text end Authority shall:

(1) coordinate public and private efforts to procure federal funding for collaborative
research and development projects of primary benefit to small-sized and medium-sized
businesses;

(2) promote contractual relationships between Minnesota businesses that are
recipients of federal grants and prime contractors, and Minnesota-based subcontractors;

(3) work with Minnesota nonprofit institutions including the University of
Minnesota, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, and the Mayo Clinic in promoting
collaborative efforts to respond to federal funding opportunities;

(4) develop a framework for Minnesota companies to establish sole-source
relationships with federal agencies;

(5) provide grants or other forms of financial assistance to eligible recipients for
purposes of this chapter;

(6) coordinate workshops, assistance with business proposals, licensing, intellectual
property protection, commercialization, and government auditing with the University of
Minnesota and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; and

(7) develop and implement a comprehensive science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research
new text end economic development strategy for the state.

Sec. 6.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.04, subdivision 8, is amended to read:

Subd. 8.

Reports.

(a) The authority shall report by February 1 each year to the
chairs and ranking minority members of the legislative committees and divisions with
jurisdiction over finance and economic development on its progress to design, coordinate,
and administer a strategic science and technology program for the state to promote the
welfare of the people of the state, maximize the economic growth of the state, and create
and retain jobs in the state's industrial base new text begin , and expand research capacity throughout the
state, new text end through enhancement of Minnesota's:

(1) high-technology research and development capabilities;

(2) product and process innovation and commercialization;

(3) high-technology manufacturing capabilities;

(4) science and technology business environment; deleted text begin and
deleted text end

(5) science and technology workforce preparation new text begin ; and
new text end

new text begin (6) research capabilities new text end .

(b) The report must include a complete operating and financial statement covering
the authority's operations during the year, including amounts of income from all sources.
Books and records of the authority are subject to audit by the legislative auditor in the
manner prescribed for state agencies.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 7.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.06, subdivision 1, is amended to read:

Subdivision 1.

Advisory commission membership.

A Science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end Technology new text begin ,
and Research new text end Initiative Advisory Commission of 18 members is established and is
comprised of:

(1) two representatives of the University of Minnesota, selected by the president of
the university, including a faculty member actively involved in science and technology
research;

(2) two representatives of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, selected by
the chancellor, including a faculty member actively involved in science and technology
research;

(3) the chief executive officer of Mayo Clinic or a designee;

(4) six chief executive officers or designees from science-oriented deleted text begin or deleted text end new text begin ,
new text end technology-oriented new text begin , or research-oriented new text end companies;

(5) four representatives from science-oriented deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology-oriented new text begin , and
research-oriented new text end organizations;

(6) one representative of organized labor;

(7) a venture capital representative; and

(8) a representative of angel investors.

A member must have experience in science deleted text begin or deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , or research new text end in order to
serve on the commission.

Members of the commission listed in clauses (4) to (8) shall be appointed by the
authority.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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Sec. 8.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.06, subdivision 2, is amended to read:

Subd. 2.

Advisory commission duties.

The advisory commission must assist
the authority in developing a comprehensive science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research
new text end economic development plan to be presented to the chairs and ranking minority members
of the legislative committees and divisions with jurisdiction over economic development
and higher education by January 15, 2011. The plan must include recommendations in
strategic areas for science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end investments, recommendations on
additional programs to support science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end focused economic
development activities in the state, selection of specific programs and grantees for support
from program funds authorized by the advisory commission and ongoing assessment of
the effectiveness of programmatic elements according to metrics to be developed by the
authority in consultation with the advisory commission. The advisory commission may
also advise and assist the authority in fulfilling its duties under section 116W.04.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 9.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.25, is amended to read:

116W.25 CITATION.

Sections 116W.26 to 116W.34 may be cited as the "Minnesota science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin ,
new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end program."

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 10.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.26, subdivision 2, is amended to read:

Subd. 2.

Authority.

"Authority" means the Minnesota Science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end Technology new text begin ,
and Research new text end Authority established under this chapter.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 11.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.26, subdivision 5, is amended to read:

Subd. 5.

Commercialized research project.

"Commercialized research project"
means research conducted within a college or university or nonprofit research institution
or by a qualified science and technology new text begin or research new text end company new text begin or organization new text end that has
shown advanced commercial potential through license agreements, patents, or other forms
of invention disclosure, and by which a qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , or research
new text end company has been or is being currently formed.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 12.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.26, subdivision 6, is amended to read:

Subd. 6.

Fund.

"Fund" means the Minnesota science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research
new text end fund.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 13.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.26, subdivision 7, is amended to read:

Subd. 7.

Nonprofit research institution.

"Nonprofit research institution" means an
entity with its principle place of business in Minnesota, that qualifies under section 501(c) of
the Internal Revenue Code, and that conducts significant research or development activities
in this state in the areas of science and technology new text begin , and other applied research areas new text end .

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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Sec. 14.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.26, subdivision 8, is amended to read:

Subd. 8.

Program.

"Program" means the Minnesota science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and
research new text end program.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 15.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.26, subdivision 9, is amended to read:

Subd. 9.

Qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end company.

"Qualified
science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end company" means a corporation, limited liability
company, S corporation, partnership, limited liability partnership, or sole proprietorship
with fewer than 100 employees that is engaged in research, development, or production of
science or technology in this state including, without limitation, research, development,
or production directed toward developing or providing science and technology products,
processes, or services new text begin , or products, processes, or services generated through applied
research new text end for specific commercial or public purposes.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 16.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.27, is amended to read:

116W.27 MINNESOTA SCIENCE deleted text begin AND deleted text end new text begin , new text end TECHNOLOGY new text begin , AND RESEARCH
new text end FUND.

A Minnesota science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end fund is created in the state
treasury. The fund is a direct-appropriated special revenue fund. Money of the authority
must be paid to the commissioner of management and budget as agent of the authority and
the commissioner shall not commingle the money with other money. The money in the
fund must be paid out only on warrants drawn by the commissioner of management and
budget on requisition of the executive director of the authority or designee.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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Sec. 17.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.28, is amended to read:

116W.28 MINNESOTA SCIENCE deleted text begin AND deleted text end new text begin , new text end TECHNOLOGY new text begin , AND RESEARCH
new text end FUND; AUTHORIZED USES.

The Minnesota science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end fund may be used for the
following to:

(1) establish the commercialized research program authorized under section 116W.29;

(2) establish the federal research and development support program under section
116W.30;

(3) establish the industry technology and competitiveness program under section
116W.31; and

(4) carry out the powers of the authority authorized under sections 116W.04 and
116W.32 that are in support of the programs in clauses (1) to (3).

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 18.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.29, is amended to read:

116W.29 COMMERCIALIZED RESEARCH PROGRAM.

(a) The authority may establish a commercialized research program. The purpose of
the program is to accelerate the commercialization of science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and applied
research new text end products, processes, or services from colleges or universities, nonprofit research
institutions, or qualified science and technology companies that lead to an increase in
science and technology businesses and jobs. The program shall:

(1) provide science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and applied research new text end gap funding of up to
$250,000 per science and technology research project to assist in the commercialization
and transfer of science and technology research projects from a college or university or
nonprofit research institution to a qualified science and technology company; and

(2) provide funding of up to $250,000 for early stage development for qualified
science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end companies to conduct commercialized research
projects.

(b) All activities under the commercialized research program must require:

(1) written criteria set by the authority for the application, award, and use of the funds;

(2) matching funds by the participating qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and
research new text end company, college or university, or nonprofit research institution;

(3) no more than 15 percent of the funds awarded by the authority may be used
for overhead costs; and

(4) a report by the participating qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research
new text end company, college or university, or nonprofit research institution that provides
documentation of the use of funds and outcomes of the award. The report must be
submitted to the authority within one calendar year of the date of the award.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 19.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.30, is amended to read:

116W.30 FEDERAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
PROGRAM.

The authority may establish a federal research and development support program.
The purpose of the program is to increase and coordinate efforts to procure federal funding
for research projects of primary benefit to qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research
new text end companies, colleges or universities, and nonprofit research institutions. The program shall:

(1) develop and execute a strategy to identify specific federal agencies and programs
that support the growth of science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and applied research new text end industries in
this state; and

(2) provide grants to qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end companies:

(i) to assist in the development of federal Small Business Innovation (SBIR) or
Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) proposals; and

(ii) to match funds received through SBIR or STTR awards. No more than
$1,500,000 may be awarded in a year for matching grants under this clause.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 20.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.31, is amended to read:

116W.31 INDUSTRY INNOVATION AND COMPETITIVENESS PROGRAM.

(a) The authority may establish an industry technology and competitiveness program.
The purpose of the program is to advance the technological capacity and competitiveness of
existing and emerging science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end industries. The program shall:

(1) provide matching funds to programs and organizations that assist entrepreneurs
in starting and growing qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end companies
including, but not limited to, matching funds for mentoring programs, consulting and
technical services, and related activities;

(2) fund initiatives that retain engineering, science, technology, and mathematical
occupations in the state including, but not limited to, internships, mentoring, and support
of industry and professional organizations; and

(3) fund initiatives that support the growth of targeted industry clusters and the
competitiveness of existing qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end companies
in developing and marketing new products and services.

(b) All activities under the industry innovation and competitiveness program shall
require:

(1) written criteria set by the authority for the application, award, and use of the funds;

(2) matching funds by the participating qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and
research new text end company, college or university, or nonprofit research institution; and

(3) a report by the participating qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research
new text end company, college or university, or nonprofit research institution providing documentation
on the use of the funds and outcomes of the award. The report must be submitted to the
authority within one calendar year from the date of the award.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 21.

Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 116W.32, subdivision 1, is amended to read:

Subdivision 1.

General powers.

The authority shall have all of the powers
necessary to carry out the purposes and provisions of sections 116W.26 to 116W.34,
including, but not limited to, those provided under section 116W.04 and the following:

(1) The authority may make awards in the forms of grants or loans, and charge and
receive a reasonable interest for the loans, or take an equity position in form of stock, a
convertible note, or other securities in consideration of an award. Interests, revenues, or
other proceeds received as a result of a transaction authorized by use of this fund shall be
deposited to the corpus of the fund and used in the same manner as the corpus of the fund.

(2) In awarding money from the fund, priority shall be given to proposals from
qualified science deleted text begin and deleted text end new text begin , new text end technology new text begin , and research new text end companies that have demonstrable
economic benefit to the state in terms of the formation of a new private sector business
entity, the creation of jobs, or the attraction of federal and private funding.

(3) In awarding money from the fund, priority shall be given to proposals from
colleges or universities and nonprofit research institutions that:

(i) promote collaboration between any combination of colleges or universities,
nonprofit research institutions, and private industry;

(ii) enhance existing research superiority by attracting new research entities,
research talent, or resources to the state; and

(iii) create new research superiority that attracts significant researchers and resources
from outside the state.

(4) Subject to the limits in this clause, money within the fund may be used
for reasonable administrative expenses by the authority including staffing and direct
operational expenses, and professional fees for accounting, legal, and other technical
services required to carry out the intent of the program and administration of the fund.
Administrative expenses may not exceed five percent of the first $5,000,000 in the fund
and two percent of any amount in excess of $5,000,000.

(5) Before making an award, the authority shall enter into a written agreement with
the entity receiving the award that specifies the uses of the award.

(6) If the award recipient has not used the award received for the purposes intended,
as of the date provided in the agreement, the recipient shall repay that amount and any
interest applicable under the agreement to the authority. All repayments must be deposited
to the corpus of the fund.

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 22.

new text begin [116W.35] PUBLIC RESEARCH CAPITAL GRANT PROGRAM.
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new text begin Subdivision 1. new text end

new text begin Creation of account. new text end

new text begin A public research capital account is created in
the bond proceeds fund. Money in the account may only be used for capital costs of public
research facilities and improvement projects.
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new text begin Subd. 2. new text end

new text begin Definitions. new text end

new text begin For purposes of this section:
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new text begin (1) "authority" means the Minnesota Science, Technology, and Research Authority;
new text end

new text begin (2) "eligible project" means a capital improvement project in this state for a public
research facility to support science, technology, and applied research;
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new text begin (3) "governing body" means the council, board of commissioners, board of trustees,
board of regents, or other body charged with governing a local governmental unit;
new text end

new text begin (4) "local governmental unit" means a county; city; town; special district; the
University of Minnesota campuses at Crookston, Duluth, Morris, Rochester, and Twin
Cities, and the institutions of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; or other
political subdivision or public corporation; and
new text end

new text begin (5) "public research facility" means a publicly owned facility, or improvements of a
capital nature to a publicly owned facility, that supports research for science, technology,
and other applied research.
new text end

new text begin Subd. 3. new text end

new text begin Grant program established. new text end

new text begin (a) The authority shall make competitive
grants to local governmental units for an eligible project. The local governmental unit
receiving a grant must provide for the remainder of the costs of the eligible project from
other sources.
new text end

new text begin (b) The amount of a grant may not exceed the lesser of the cost of the eligible
project or 50 percent of the sum of the cost of the public research facility plus the cost
of the completed eligible project.
new text end

new text begin (c) The purpose of the program is to support and expand research in the state and
the benefits of commercialization of research, including keeping or enhancing area jobs,
increasing the tax base, or expanding or creating new economic development through
innovative research.
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new text begin Subd. 4. new text end

new text begin Application. new text end

new text begin (a) The authority must develop forms and procedures for
soliciting and reviewing applications for grants under this section. At a minimum, a local
governmental unit must include the following information in its application:
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new text begin (1) a resolution of its governing body certifying that the money required to be
supplied by the local governmental unit to complete the public research facility is
available and committed;
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new text begin (2) a detailed estimate, along with necessary supporting evidence, of the total
development costs for the eligible project;
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new text begin (3) a description of the potential or likely use of the site for research activities after
completion of the research facility and eligible project;
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new text begin (4) a timeline indicating the major milestones of the eligible project and the
anticipated completion date;
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new text begin (5) a commitment from the governing body to repay the grant if the milestones are
not realized by the completion date identified in clause (4); and
new text end

new text begin (6) any additional information or material the authority prescribes.
new text end

new text begin (b) The determination of whether to make a grant under subdivision 3 is within the
discretion of the authority, subject to this section. The authority's decisions and application
of the priorities are not subject to judicial review, except for abuse of discretion.
new text end

new text begin Subd. 5. new text end

new text begin Priorities. new text end

new text begin (a) If applications for grants exceed the available appropriations,
grants must be made for public research facilities that, in the authority's judgment, provide
the highest return in public benefits for the public costs incurred. In making this judgment,
the authority shall give priority to eligible projects with one or more of the following
characteristics:
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new text begin (1) the geographic expansion of public research facilities;
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new text begin (2) the ability of the local government unit to provide support for the eligible project;
new text end

new text begin (3) the cross-disciplinary participation in the research plan, transportation, and
environmental impact;
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new text begin (4) that the eligible project is not relocating substantially the same research activities
from another location in the state, unless the authority determines that the eligible
project cannot be reasonably accommodated within the local government unit in which it
is currently located; and
new text end

new text begin (5) the potential for commercialization of the research findings and the potential
number of jobs created in the state through commercialization.
new text end

new text begin (b) The factors in paragraph (a) are not listed in a rank order of priority; rather,
the authority may weigh each factor, depending upon the facts and circumstances, as
the commissioner considers appropriate.
new text end

new text begin Subd. 6. new text end

new text begin Cancellation of grant. new text end

new text begin If a grant is awarded to a local government unit
and funds are not encumbered for the grant within four years after the award date, the
grant must be canceled.
new text end

new text begin Subd. 7. new text end

new text begin Repayment of grant. new text end

new text begin If an eligible public research facility project funded
with a grant awarded under this section is not operational in accordance with the grant
application under subdivision 4 within five years after the date of the last grant payment,
the grant recipient must repay the amount of the grant received. The commissioner must
deposit all money received under this subdivision into the state treasury and credit it to the
debt service account in the state bond fund.
new text end

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 23. new text begin MINNESOTA SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND RESEARCH
AUTHORITY; EXPANDED RESEARCH CAPACITY PLAN.
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new text begin To realize the full potential of academic research conducted in Minnesota, the
Science, Technology, and Research Authority under Minnesota Statutes, sections
116W.02 to 116W.06, must develop a plan to expand academic research at postsecondary
institutions and nonprofit research facilities within Minnesota. The plan must examine
existing barriers to research expansion and identify methods to expand the academic
research at the: University of Minnesota's campuses, including the Twin Cities,
Duluth, Crookston, Morris, and Rochester campuses; campuses of the Minnesota State
Colleges and Universities; campuses of private nonprofit colleges and universities in
Minnesota; and Minnesota-based nonprofit research institutions. The plan must include
recommendations on how to best expand academic research within the existing network
of institutions and facilities in Minnesota. The authority must provide the plan with an
implementation strategy and make recommendations for realizing Minnesota's research
potential to the committees of the legislature responsible for economic development and
higher education by February 15, 2014.
new text end

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end

Sec. 24. new text begin PUBLIC POSTSECONDARY RESEARCH PARTNERSHIP.
new text end

new text begin The Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota and the Board of Trustees
of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities must establish a joint partnership to
develop a model for the expansion of academic research activities throughout Minnesota's
postsecondary institutions. In conjunction with the partnership, the University of
Minnesota must provide administrative and fiscal services to facilitate and support
research grant applications submitted by the faculty of the Minnesota State Colleges and
Universities. By January 15, 2014, the Board of Regents and the Board of Trustees must
report to committees of the legislature responsible for economic development and higher
education on the research partnership outcomes. The report must include recommendations
on how to expand the partnership model to encompass academic research activities at
private postsecondary institutions and private nonprofit research institutions.
new text end

new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
new text end