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February 2013

Water in Minnesota

Here in the land of 10,000 lakes, water is often on our minds. We love to boat, fish and swim; we are concerned about the impact of pollution and invasive species on our lakes, rivers, and wildlife; a sustainable supply of water for our homes and industries is of utmost importance; floods and droughts are frequent visitors. Not surprisingly, the Legislative Library receives a constant flow of reports on all aspects of water in Minnesota. Here is a selection of recent reports:

Agricultural BMP (Best Management Practices) Handbook for Minnesota. Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 2012. (The focus is on agricultural conservation practices that protect water quality.)

Biennial Report of the Clean Water Council. Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 2012.

Biennial Report to the Minnesota Legislature. Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources, 2012.

Clean Water Fund Performance Report. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, 2012.

Invasive Species of Aquatic Plants and Wild Animals in Minnesota: Annual Report. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 2011.

Kean, Al. A Brief Analysis of Flooding in Minnesota: Recent Flood Events, Statewide Flood Risk Assessment, and Hazard Mitigation. Minnesota Board of Water & Soil Resources, 2011.

Long-Term Funding Needs for Aquatic Invasive Species Programs. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 2012.

Water Governance Evaluation: Recommendations to Streamline, Strengthen, and Improve Sustainable Water Management. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, 2013.

New & Notable Books and Reports

Many of the items listed below are available electronically. If so, we have provided a link to the document. However, some of the documents may be very long. You can request to borrow our print copy of any of the items by selecting the check-box and clicking on the "Request Items" button.

Agriculture

The Agricultural BMP (Best Management Practice) Handbook for Minnesota. Minn. Dept. of Agriculture. September 2012. S604.62.M6 A37 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0089.

Animals/Animal Rights

Minnesota Board of Animal Health Annual Report. Minn. Board of Animal Health. 2012. SF624.M6 M54ax 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 12-1266.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 35.03http://mn.gov/bah/board/annual-report/2011-2012.pdf
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 214.07 Subd. 1http://mn.gov/bah/board/annual-report/2011-2012.pdf

Arts

Report to the State of Minnesota and the Minnesota Legislature: Status of Projects Supported by Funds from the Minnesota Legislature's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Perpich Center for Arts Education. December 14, 2012. NX310.M6 R46 2013. Minn. Publication 12-1276.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 6 Art. 4 Sec. 2 Subd. 9http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121276.pdf
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 172 Art. 4 Sec. 2 Subd. 8http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121276.pdf

Bonds/Bonding

Dyson, Deborah A. Capital Investment and State Bonding (Revised). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. January 2013. KFM5868 .D97 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0014.

Business

A Guide to Starting a Business in Minnesota. Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development. 2013. KFM5605.Z9 G84 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0062.

Children/Youth/Families

Youth and the Law: A Guide for Legislators. Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. KFM5491.M5 Y68 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0020.

Crime & Corrections

Biennial Report to the Governor, Supreme Court and Legislature on Criminal Justice Information Integration. Minn. Dept. of Public Safety - Minn. Division of Emergency Management. January 2013. HV7273 .M57 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0027.
Mandated by: 1993 Minn. Laws Chap. 266 Sec. 33 Subd. 3 (Minn. Stat. 299C.65 Subd. 3a)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130027.pdf
Mandated by: 1993 Minn. Laws Chap. 266 Sec. 33 (Minn. Stat. 299C.65)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130027.pdf

Biennial Report to the Governor, Supreme Court and Legislature on Criminal Justice Information Integration. Minn. Sentencing Guidelines Commission. January 2013. HV7273 .M57 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0027.
Mandated by: 1993 Minn. Laws Chap. 266 Sec. 33 Subd. 3 (Minn. Stat. 299C.65 Subd. 3a)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130027.pdf
Mandated by: 1993 Minn. Laws Chap. 266 Sec. 33 (Minn. Stat. 299C.65)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130027.pdf

Biennial Report to the Governor, Supreme Court and Legislature on Criminal Justice Information Integration. Minn. State Supreme Court. January 2013. HV7273 .M57 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0027.
Mandated by: 1993 Minn. Laws Chap. 266 Sec. 33 Subd. 3 (Minn. Stat. 299C.65 Subd. 3a)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130027.pdf
Mandated by: 1993 Minn. Laws Chap. 266 Sec. 33 (Minn. Stat. 299C.65)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130027.pdf

Criminal Forfeitures in Minnesota. Office of the State Auditor. December 19, 2012. KFM5965.F6 C75 2011. Minn. Publication 12-1264.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 609.5315 Subd. 6(d)http://www.osa.state.mn.us/reports/gid/2011/forfeiture/forfeiture_11_report.pdf

Department of Corrections Performance Report. Minn. Dept. of Corrections. January 2013. JK6135.A56 2012a Corrections. Minn. Publication 13-0048.
Mandated by: 1999 Minn. Laws Chap. 216 Art. 4 Sec. 2 (Minn. Stat. 241.016)http://www.doc.state.mn.us/publications/legislativereports/documents/2012DOCPerformanceReport.pdf

Pirius, Rebecca. Domestic Abuse Laws in Minnesota: An Overview (Revised). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. November 2012. HV6626.22.M6 P57 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1141.

Less Restrictive Alternatives to Secure Facility Commitments. Sex Offender Civil Commitment Advisory Task Force. December 3, 2012. KFM5967.S3 M55 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1155.

Demographics & Population

ProQuest Statistical Abstract of the United States. Bernan. December 2012. Ref HA202 .U5x 2013.
    This reference book is available for use in the Library or it may be checked out for a short period of time.

Disability Issues

Minnesota State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind Annual Report. Minn. State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind.  HV1796.M6 M562 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0008.

Report to the Legislature Regarding Special Transportation Service Complaints. Minn. Dept. of Transportation. January 2013. HV3022 .R47 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0093.
Mandated by: 2008 Minn. Laws Chap. 287 Art. 1 Sec. 73 (Minn. Stat. 174.30 Subd. 9)http://www.dot.state.mn.us/govrel/reports/2013/specialtranspcomplaintreport.pdf

Economic Development

Erkkila, Daniel L. Economic Impacts from the Minnesota Zoo 2012. University of Minnesota - University of Minnesota. College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences. December 26, 2012. QL76.5.U62 E75 2012.

Education-Higher

Intervention for College Attendance Program Report. Minn. Office of Higher Education. January 15, 2013. LB2351.3.M6 I58 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0049.
Mandated by: 2005 Minn. Laws Chap. 107 Art. 2 Sec. 29 Subd. 7 (Minn. Stat. 136A.861 Subd. 7)http://www.ohe.state.mn.us/pdf/ICAP_Report_11-12.pdf

Legislative Report: Higher Education Veterans Program Division. Minn. Dept. of Veterans Affairs. 2013. UB358.M6 R47 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0023.
Mandated by: 2006 Minn. Laws Chap. 282 Art. 15 Sec. 3 Subd. 4 (Minn. Stat. 197.585 Subd. 4)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130023.pdf

Regent Candidate Advisory Council Recommendations to the Legislature. Legislative Coordinating Commission - Regent Candidate Advisory Council. January 11, 2013. LD3321.R44 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0038.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 137.0245 Subd. 4http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130038.pdf

Regent Selection Criteria Report. Legislative Coordinating Commission - Regent Candidate Advisory Council. January 15, 2013. LD3321 .R442 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0037.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 137.0245 Subd. 3http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130037.pdf

Education-K-12

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Minn. Teachers Retirement Association Fund.  LB2842.2 .T44c 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0010.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 356.20http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130010.pdf

Duluth Teachers' Retirement Fund Actuarial Valuation and Review. Duluth Teachers' Retirement Fund Association. July 1, 2012. LB2842.2. D84ab 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1263.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 356.215 Subd. 3http://www.commissions.leg.state.mn.us/lcpr/documents/valuations/2012/2012valuation.dtrfa.pdf

Education Finance Working Group Recommendations and Report. Minn. Dept. of Education. November 2012. LB2826.M6 M578 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1195.

Implementing Measures for Assessing School Safety and Students' Engagement and Connection at School. Minn. Dept. of Education. February 2013. LB2846 .I57 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0018.
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 96 Art. 2 Sec. 61http://education.state.mn.us/mdeprod/groups/communications/documents/basic/049660.pdf

Management Letter of the Minnesota State High School League Brooklyn Center, Minnesota for the Year Ended. Office of the State Auditor.  LA310 .M36 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0012.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 128C.12http://www.auditor.state.mn.us/reports/aud/2012/financialStatements/mshslml_12_report.pdf

Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies. Minn. Dept. of Education. February 17, 2012. LB1629.M6 M577 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1269.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 120B.023 Subd. 2http://education.state.mn.us/mdeprod/groups/communications/documents/basic/042018.pdf

Minnesota State High School League Annual Financial Report. Minn. Dept. of Education.  LA310 .M5711 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0013.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 128C.02 subd. 6http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130013.pdf

Quality Counts. Education Week. January 10, 2013. Ref LA210 .Q35 2013.
    This reference book is available for use in the Library or it may be checked out for a short period of time.

Elderly

Punelli, Danyell. Long-Term Care Services for the Elderly (Revised). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. November 2012. RA412.45.M6 P86 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1154.

Elections

Absentee Balloting in the 2012 General Election. Minn. Secretary of State. January 2013. JF1033 .A27 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0131.
Mandated by: 2010 Minn. Laws Chap. 194 Sec. 15 (Minn. Stat. 203B.28)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130131.pdf

Second Report and Further Recommendation of the Minnesota Task Force on Election Integrity. Governor's Task Force on Election Integrity. January 15, 2013. KFM5820 .M57 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0050.

Energy Issues

Minnesota's Electric Transmission System - Now and Into the Future. Minn. Dept. of Commerce. January 15, 2013. TK3001 .M56 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0074.
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 110 Sec. 28 (Minn. Stat. 216C.054)http://mn.gov/commerce/energy/images/Electric_Transmission_Jan2013.pdf

PBEEEP Report: Public Buildings Enhanced Energy Efficiency Program. Minn. Dept. of Administration. January 2013. TJ163.5.B84 M562 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0086.
Mandated by: 2008 Minn. Laws Chap. 356 Sec. 2 Subd. 8 (Minn. Stat. 16B.322)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130086.pdf
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 138 Art. 2 Sec. 8(e)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130086.pdf

Progress on Compliance by Electric Utilities with the Minnesota Renewable Energy Objective and the Renewable Energy Standard. Minn. Dept. of Commerce. January 14, 2013. TJ807.9.U6 P76 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0073.
Mandated by: 2001 Minn. Laws Chap. 212 Art. 8 Sec. 3 Subd. 2(c) (Minn. Stat. 216B.1691 Subd. 3(b))http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130073.pdf

Environment/Natural Resources

Johnson, Brian. 2011 Study of the Water Quality of 169 Metropolitan Area Lakes. Metropolitan Council. December 2012. TD224.M6 A54 2011. Minn. Publication 12-1265.

Logan, Carol. Agricultural Chemical Response and Reimbursement Account (ACRRA) Annual Report. Minn. Dept. of Agriculture. December 1, 2012. TD427.A35 R48 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1257.
Mandated by: 1999 Minn. Laws Chap. 86 Art. 3 Sec. 6 (Minn. Stat. 18E.06)http://www.mda.state.mn.us/~/media/Files/news/govrelations/acrra2012annualrpt.ashx

Logan, Carol. Agricultural Chemical Response and Reimbursement Account (ACRRA) Annual Report. Minn. Pollution Control Agency. December 1, 2012. TD427.A35 R48 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1257.
Mandated by: 1999 Minn. Laws Chap. 86 Art. 3 Sec. 6 (Minn. Stat. 18E.06)http://www.mda.state.mn.us/~/media/Files/news/govrelations/acrra2012annualrpt.ashx

Analysis of Alternatives for Environmental Governance and Coordination and the Role of the MPCA Citizens' Board (Draft). Minnesota Environmental Quality Board. September 19, 2012. GE185.M6 M566 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1144.

Annual Report to the Legislature: High-Level Radioactive Waste Transportation Emergency Response Plan Status and the State's Accident Response Capability. Minn. Dept. of Public Safety - Minn. Division of Emergency Management.  TD812.3.M6 R46 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0044.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 116C.731 Subd. 4https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/hsem/library/Documents/2012%20HLRW%20Report-HSEM.pdf

Legacy Fund Restoration Evaluations. Minn. Board of Water and Soil Resources. November 30, 2012. QH105.M6 L44 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1281.
Mandated by: 2010 Minn. Laws Chap. 361 Art. 1 Sec. 3 (Minn. Stat. 85.53 Subd. 5, 97A.056 Subd. 10)http://www.bwsr.state.mn.us/publications/FY-12%20Legacy%20Restoration%20Evaluations.pdf
Mandated by: 2010 Minn. Laws Chap. 361 Art. 1 Sec. 9 (Minn. Stat. 114D.50 Subd. 6)http://www.bwsr.state.mn.us/publications/FY-12%20Legacy%20Restoration%20Evaluations.pdf

Legacy Fund Restoration Evaluations. Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources. November 30, 2012. QH105.M6 L44 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1281.
Mandated by: 2010 Minn. Laws Chap. 361 Art. 1 Sec. 3 (Minn. Stat. 85.53 Subd. 5, 97A.056 Subd. 10)http://www.bwsr.state.mn.us/publications/FY-12%20Legacy%20Restoration%20Evaluations.pdf
Mandated by: 2010 Minn. Laws Chap. 361 Art. 1 Sec. 9 (Minn. Stat. 114D.50 Subd. 6)http://www.bwsr.state.mn.us/publications/FY-12%20Legacy%20Restoration%20Evaluations.pdf

Minnesota Environment and Energy Report Cared: Environmental and Energy Measures Critical for Our Quality of Life. . November 2012. GE155.M6 M56 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1139.

Minnesota Public Facilities Authority Annual Fee Report. Public Facilities Authority. January 9, 2013. HD3890.M6 M57 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0045.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 446A.04 Subd. 5(b)http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/2012_PFA_Fee_Report.pdf

Report to the Legislature: Metropolitan Landfill Contingency Action Trust Account. Minn. Pollution Control Agency. December 2012. TD795.7.M47 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0031.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 473.846http://www.pca.state.mn.us/index.php/view-document.html?gid=18881

Resolution of the Environmental Quality Board: Recommendations for Environmental Governance and Coordination as Mandated by Executive Order 11-32. . November 14, 2012. GE185.M6 M567 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1145.

Firearm Issues

Cleary, Jim. Firearms Laws in Minnesota: A Guide for Legislators. Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. November 2012. KFM5779 .C55 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1270.

Krouse, William J. Gun Control Legislation. Congressional Research Service. November 14, 2012. HV7436 .K76 2012.

Fires & Fire Fighters

Annual Report on Emergency Fire Expenditures FY 2012. Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources. January 8, 2013. SD421.32.M6 A56 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0042.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 2 Art. 1 Sec. 4 Subd. 4http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/aboutdnr/reports/legislative/2012-EmergencyFireExpendituresReport.pdf

Fire Safety Account Financial Report. Minn. Dept. of Public Safety.  TH9504.M6 F56 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0025.
Mandated by: 2006 Minn. Laws Chap. 217 Sec. 3 Subd. 3 (Minn. Stat. 299F.012 subd. 3)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130025.pdf
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 289 Sec. 8http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130025.pdf

Governing/Government-Federal

United States Government Manual. Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration.  Ref JK421.A3 2012.
    This reference book is available for use in the Library or it may be checked out for a short period of time.

Governing/Government-State

Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board Affirmative Action Plan. Minn. Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board.  JK1991.5 .M6 M57 2012/2014. Minn. Publication 13-0028.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 43A.191 Subd. 2http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130028.pdf

Iron Range Resources Biennial Report. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board. 2013. HC107.M6 A342 2011/2012. Minn. Publication 13-0061.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 298.22 Subd. 2http://mn.gov/irrrb/images/2011-2012%2520Biennial%2520Report.pdf

Minnesota Public Facilities Authority Financial Report. Public Facilities Authority. January 9, 2013. HD3890.M6 F56 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0046.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 446A.09http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/2012_PFA_Annual_Report.pdf

Outdoor Heritage Fund Contract Management. Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources. December 27, 2012. HD3861.U62 M565 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0034.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 6 Art. 1 Sec. 2 Subd. 6(a)http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/aboutdnr/reports/legislative/2012-lsohc-report.pdf

Report from the Capitol Preservation Commission. State Capitol Preservation Commission. January 15, 2013. NA4412.M6 M569 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0085.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 6 Art. 4 Sec. 3 Subd. 6 (Minn. Stat. 15B.32 Subd. 6(b))http://www.admin.state.mn.us/recs/capitol/communication/MN_Cap_Preservation_Com_Annual_Report_Jan_20.pdf

State Capitol Space Planning Report. Minn. Dept. of Administration. January 15, 2013. NA4412.M6 S63 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0084.
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 293 Sec. 27 Subd. 4(a) (Minn. Stat. 15B.155)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130084.pdf

Supervision Fees: Report to the Legislature. Minn. Dept. of Corrections. December 3, 2012. HV9305.M6 S87 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1262.
Mandated by: 1999 Minn. Laws Chap. 216 Art. 4 Sec. 4 Subd. 7 (Minn. Stat. 241.272 Subd. 7)http://www.doc.state.mn.us/publications/legislativereports/documents/SupervisionFeesFY11andFY12.pdf

Uniform Program Accountability Measures. Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development. December 31, 2012. JF1525.A26 U55 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0066.
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 78 Art. 2 Sec. 20 Subd. 2 (Minn. Stat. 116J.997)http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Goals_Results/UPAM/UPAM_2012_Report.pdf

Government Finance

A Glossary of Fiscal Terms & Acronyms. Minn. House of Representatives - Minn. House of Representatives Fiscal Analysis Department. December 2012. HJ192.5 .G46 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1292.

Further Analysis: Effect of Local Government Aid and Market Value Credit Cuts on Minnesota Cities. Office of the State Auditor. March 15, 2005. HJ9260 .F87 2005. Minn. Publication 12-1194.

Minnesota Biennial Budget FY 2014 - 2015: Governor's Budget Recommendation. Minn. Management & Budget. January 22, 2013. HJ2053.M6 2014/2015. Minn. Publication 13-0090.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 16A.11http://www.mmb.state.mn.us/sorted-by-agency

Prompt Payment Report. Minn. Management & Budget. October 31, 2012. JK6131 .P76 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1277.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 16A.124 Subd. 7http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121277.pdf

Report on Investment Consultant Activities. Minn. State Board of Investment. December 14, 2012. JF1525.C6 R47 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0017.
Mandated by: 2007 Minn. Laws Chap. 148 Art. 2 Sec. 7 (Minn. Stat. 11A.27)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130017.pdf

Health Care

Building a Solid Foundation for Health: A Report on Public Health System Development. Minn. Dept. of Health. January 2013. RA395.A4 M63 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0069.
Mandated by: 1994 Minn. Laws Chap. 625 Art. 7 Sec. 3 (Minn. Stat. 62Q.33)http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/cfh/ophp/resources/docs/1301sysdevrpt.pdf

Center for Health Care Purchasing Improvement (CHCPI) Annual Report. Minn. Dept. of Health. July 2012. RA410.54.M6 M562 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0068.
Mandated by: 2006 Minn. Laws Chap. 282 Art. 14 Sec. 10 Subd. 3 (Minn. Stat. 62J.63 Subd. 3 (formerly 43A.312))http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/hpsc/chcpi/legrpt2011.pdf

Guideline for the Management of Antimicrobial Resistant Microorganisms in Minnesota Long-Term Care Facilities. Minn. Dept. of Health. October 2000. RA969 .G85 2000. Minn. Publication 12-1278.

Physicians' Desk Reference for Nonprescription Drugs and Dietary Supplements. PDR Network, LLC. 2012. Ref RM671 .A1 P48 2013.
    This reference book is available for use in the Library or it may be checked out for a short period of time.

Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) in Acute Care Facilities. Minn. Dept. of Health. November 2011. RA969 .R43 2011. Minn. Publication 13-0015.
Mandated by: 2007 Minn. Laws Chap. 147 Art. 9 Sec. 17 (Minn. Stat. 144.585)http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/diseases/mrsa/rec/rec.pdf

Report to the Legislature: Technology Assessment for the Health Licensing Boards. Minn. Dept. of Administration. January 15, 2013. RA396.A4 T43 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0082.
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 278 Art. 2 Sec. 30http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130082.pdf

Report to the Legislature: Technology Assessment for the Health Licensing Boards. Minn. Health-Related Licensing Boards. January 15, 2013. RA396.A4 T43 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0082.
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 278 Art. 2 Sec. 30http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130082.pdf

Report to the Legislature: Technology Assessment for the Health Licensing Boards. Minn. Office of Enterprise Technology. January 15, 2013. RA396.A4 T43 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0082.
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 278 Art. 2 Sec. 30http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130082.pdf

State of Minnesota Medical Practice Act Work Group Report. Minn. Dept. of Health. January 2013. RA396.A4 M564 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0052.
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 278 Art. 2 Sec. 33http://www.health.state.mn.us/topics/medpractice/docs/finalreport.pdf

Status and Evaluation of Employment and Support Services for Persons with Mental Illness. Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development. December 2012. RC445.M62 S73 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1273.
Mandated by: 1999 Minn. Laws Chap. 223 Art. 2 Sec. 41 Subd. 2 (Minn. Stat. 268A.14 Subd. 2)http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/Employment_Services_for_Persons_with_Mental_Illness_Report.doc

Status and Evaluation of Employment and Support Services for Persons with Mental Illness. Minn. Dept. of Human Services. December 2012. RC445.M62 S73 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1273.
Mandated by: 1999 Minn. Laws Chap. 223 Art. 2 Sec. 41 Subd. 2 (Minn. Stat. 268A.14 Subd. 2)http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/Employment_Services_for_Persons_with_Mental_Illness_Report.doc

The Health of Minnesota: Statewide Health Assessment Parts 1 and 2. Minn. Dept. of Health. May 2012. RA407.4.M6 H435 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0067.

Historic Preservation

Minnesota History: Building a Legacy: Report to the Governor and the Legislature on Funding for History Programs and Projects Supported by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Minn. Historical Society. January 2013. F601 .M56 2012/2013. Minn. Publication 13-0051.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 6 Art. 4 Sec. 2 Subd. 5http://legacy.mnhs.org/sites/legacy.mnhs.org/files/pdfs/mhs_legacy_report_2013.pdf

Judicial Administration/Courts

Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission Report to the Legislature. Minn. Sentencing Guidelines Commission. January 15, 2013. KFM5983.2 .A25 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0009.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 244.09 Subd. 11http://www.msgc.state.mn.us/data_reports/jan_leg_report/2013%20MN%20Sentencing%20Guidelines%20Comm%20Report%20to%20the%20Legislature.pdf
Mandated by: 2007 Minn. Laws Chap. 54 Art. 1 Sec. 15http://www.msgc.state.mn.us/data_reports/jan_leg_report/2013%20MN%20Sentencing%20Guidelines%20Comm%20Report%20to%20the%20Legislature.pdf
Mandated by: 2005 Minn. Laws Chap. 136 Art. 2 Sec. 22http://www.msgc.state.mn.us/data_reports/jan_leg_report/2013%20MN%20Sentencing%20Guidelines%20Comm%20Report%20to%20the%20Legislature.pdf

Labor & Employment Issues

Nissen, Will. A Losing Bet: Projecting Right to Work's Impact on Minnesota's Economy. Minnesota 2020. November 2012. HD6488.2.U6 N57 2012.

Minnesota Adult Workforce Development Competitive Grant Pilot Program. Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development. January 10, 2013. HD7256.U62 M564 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0101.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 4 Art. 1 Sec. 3 Subd. 3(m)http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/Minnesota_Adult_Workforce_Development_Competitive_Grant_Pilot_Program.pdf

Minnesota Dislocated Worker Program. Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development.  HD5708.55.U62 M562 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0100.
Mandated by: 2004 Minn. Laws Chap. 257 Sec. 8 (Minn. Stat. 116L.17 Subd. 6(e))http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/Dislocated_Worker_Program_2012_Annual_Report.pdf

Minnesota Youth Workforce Development Competitive Grant Pilot Program. Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development. January 10, 2013. HD6274.M6 M568 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0065.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 4 Art. 1 Sec. 3 Subd. 3http://www.positivelyminnesota.com/About_Us/Legislative_Focus/Mated_Reports/Minnesota_Youth_Workforce_Development_Competitive_Grant_Pilot_Program.pdf

Prompt First Action Report on Minnesota Workers' Compensation Claims. Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry. December 2012. HD7103.65 .U62 M53 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0011.
Mandated by: 1995 Minn. Laws Chap. 231 Art. 2 Sec. 86 (Minn. Stat. 176.223)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130011.pdf

The Most Competitive Workforce in the World: How Minnesota Can Help More Adults Gain the Right Skills to Get and Keep Good Jobs. Governor's Workforce Development Council. January 2013. HD5715.3.M6 M67 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0076.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 116L.665 Subd. 4http://www.gwdc.org/docs/publications/Most-Competitive-Workforce-GWDC-Jan-2013.pdf

Legislatures

List of Designated Lobbyists. Minn. Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board. January 1, 2013. JK6174.5 .R44 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0001.

Member Directory, Minnesota Governmental Relations Council. .  Ref JK6174.5 .M56 2012.
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Parks & Recreation

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area Management Options for the Resort Area. Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources. March 1, 2012. F612.L48 L37 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1164.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 6 Art. 3 Sec. 9http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121164.pdf

Recreational Trails for All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources. January 1, 2013. TL235.6 .R43 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0019.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 2 Art. 1 Sec. 4 Subd. 5http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130019.pdf

Politics/Public Policy

Schultz, David. American Politics in the Age of Ignorance: Why Lawmakers Choose Belief Over Research. Palgrave Macmillan. 2013. H97 .S38 2013.

Public Employees

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota. 2012. JK6160.P4 P84e 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1267.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 356.20http://www.mnpera.org/vertical/sites/%7BCB6D4845-437C-4F52-969E-51305385F40B%7D/uploads/CAFR_12_web(1).pdf

Final Report for the Dependent Eligibility Verification Audit. Minn. Management & Budget. December 2012. JK6160.H4 F56 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1241.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 10 Art. 1 Sec. 37 Subd. 1http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121241.pdf

Public Welfare

At the Limit: Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) Participants that Reached the Time Limit in 2011. Minn. Dept. of Human Services. December 2012. HV98.M6 A8 2011. Minn. Publication 13-0026.

Minnesota Family Assistance : A Guide to Public Programs Providing Assistance to Minnesota Families. Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. November 2012. HV699.3.M6 M564 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0022.

Punelli, Danyell A. Short Subjects: Public Assistance Fraud Prevention. Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. HN79 M6 S56 2012.

Race & Ethnicity

Minnesota Indian Affairs Council Report to the Governor and Legislature. Minn. Indian Affairs Council. 2012. E78.M7 M553 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1258.
Mandated by: 2012 Minn. Laws Chap. 278 Art. 2 Sec. 1 (Minn. Stat. 3.922 Subd. 11)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121258.pdf
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 10 Art. 1 Sec. 38http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012/mandated/121258.pdf

Regional Governance

Metropolitan Council Annual Report. Metropolitan Council. January 2013. HT394.T9 M47a 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0075.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 473.245http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130075.pdf

Retirement Income

Large Public Pension Plan Investment Report. Office of the State Auditor. January 10, 2013. JK6160.P4 P832 2011. Minn. Publication 13-0036.
Mandated by: Minn. Stat. 356.219 Subd. 6http://www.osa.state.mn.us/reports/pen/2011/investment/investment_11_report.pdf

Rural Issues

Finding the Voice of Rural Minnesota. Minn. State University, Mankato. - Minn. State University, Mankato. Center for Rural Policy and Development. 2013. HT475 .H67 2013.

Sports Teams/Stadiums

The People's Stadium Final Scoping Decision Document. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.. November 2012. GV413 .P462 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1240.

The People's Stadium Final Scoping Decision Document. Minn. Sports Facilities Authority. November 2012. GV413 .P462 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1240.

Substance Abuse

State of Tobacco Control. American Lung Association. 2013. HV5760 .A44 2013.

Taxation

Expanded Tax Compliance Initiatives: Report to the Minnesota Legislature. Minn. Dept. of Revenue. January 15, 2013. HJ4655.M6 E96 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0041.
Mandated by: 2011 Minn. Laws 1st Spl. Sess. Chap. 10 Art. 1 Sec. 39 Subd. 4http://www.revenue.state.mn.us/research_stats/Documents/12_compliance_report.pdf

Final Report: Property Tax Working Group. Property Tax Working Group. November 30, 2012. HJ4121.M62 M566 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1215.
Mandated by: 2010 Minn. Laws Chap. 389 Art. 2 Sec. 3 Subd. 4(c) (Minn. Stat. 270C.991)http://www.revenue.state.mn.us/propertytax/workgroup/finalreport.pdf

Minnesota Mining Tax Guide. Minn. Dept. of Revenue. December 2012. HJ4169 .M64 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0007.

Hinze, Steve. Short Subjects: Property Tax 101: Who Pays Property Taxes and Who Receives Them (Updated). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. HN79.M6 S56 2012.

Michael, Joel and Nina Manzi. Short Subjects: Revenue Recapture Program (Updated). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. HN79.M6 S56 2012.

Michael, Joel. Survey of State Estate, Inheritance, and Gift Taxes (Updated). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. HJ5807.M6 M533 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0054.

Traffic Safety

Minnesota Felony Driving While Impaired Report. Minn. Dept. of Corrections. December 2012. KFM5697.8.A7 M56 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0047.
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 83 Art. 3 Sec. 12 (Minn. Stat. 244.085)http://www.doc.state.mn.us/publications/legislativereports/documents/2012FelonyDWI_report.pdf

Minnesota Licensing and Registration System (MNLARS) Annual Report. Minn. Dept. of Public Safety - Minn. Driver and Vehicle Services..  HE5633.M6 M68 2011. Minn. Publication 13-0003.

Minnesota Seat Belt Use Survey: June 2012. Minn. Dept. of Public Safety.  HE5620.S34 M566 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1244.

Transportation

Annual Report on Major Highway Projects. Minn. Dept. of Transportation. December 2012. HE356.M6 A56 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0092.
Mandated by: 2008 Minn. Laws Chap. 287 Art. 1 Sec. 74 Subd. 1 (Minn. Stat. 174.56 Subd. 1)http://www.dot.state.mn.us/govrel/reports/2012/MHP_Report.pdf

Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Project Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement: Construction-Related Potential Impacts on Business Revenues. Metropolitan Council. November 30, 2012. TD194.56.M6 C469 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0039.

Legislative Report on Life-Cycle Cost Analyses. Minn. Dept. of Transportation. January 2013. TE183 .L45 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0096.
Mandated by: 2008 Minn. Laws Chap. 287 Art. 1 Sec. 71 (Minn. Stat. 174.185)http://www.dot.state.mn.us/govrel/reports/2013/lccareport.pdf

Minnesota Department of Transportation Research Services Annual Report. Minn. Dept. of Transportation. 2013. HE192.55.U6 M56 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0053.

Red Rock Corridor Commuter Rail Feasibility Study Final Report. . July 26, 2001. HE2771.M6 R43 2001.

Regional Transit System: Return on Investment Assessment. Itasca Project. November 30, 2012. HE310.T85 R446 2012.

Burress, Matt. Short Subjects: Transit Systems in Minnesota. Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. HN79.M6 S56 2012.

Stillwater Lift Bridge Endowment Account. Minn. Dept. of Transportation. December 2012. HE376.A4 S75 2012. Minn. Publication 13-0097.
Mandated by: 2009 Minn. Laws Chap. 36 Art. 3 Sec. 5 Subd. 8 (Minn. Stat. 165.15 Subd. 8)http://www.dot.state.mn.us/govrel/reports/2012/StillwaterLiftBridgeEndowmentActfinal.pdf

Shinkle, Douglas. Transit-Oriented Development in the States. National Conference of State Legislatures. December 2012. HE308 .S55 2012.

Trunk Highway Bridge Improvement Program. Minn. Dept. of Transportation. January 2013. TG24.M6 T783 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0098.
Mandated by: 2008 Minn. Laws Chap. 152 Art. 6 Sec. 5 Subd. 6 (Minn. Stat. 165.14 Subd. 6)http://www.dot.state.mn.us/govrel/reports/2013/ch152report.pdf

Veterans/Military Issues

Legislative Report: Higher Education Veterans Program Division. Minn. Dept. of Veterans Affairs. 2013. UB358.M6 R47 2013. Minn. Publication 13-0023.
Mandated by: 2006 Minn. Laws Chap. 282 Art. 15 Sec. 3 Subd. 4 (Minn. Stat. 197.585 Subd. 4)http://archive.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2013/mandated/130023.pdf

Manzi, Nina and Jim Cleary. Short Subjects: Military Pay Under Minnesota's Individual Income Tax (Updated). Minn. House of Representatives - House Research. December 2012. HN79.M6 S56 2012.

Wildlife & Hunting

Game and Fish Fund Report. Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources. December 15, 2012. SK411.R465 2012. Minn. Publication 12-1282.
Mandated by: 1994 Minn. Laws Chap. 562 Sec. 12 Subd. 4 (Minn. Stat. 97A.055 Subd. 4)http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/aboutdnr/gamefishoversight/fy2012_gamefish_report.pdf

National Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife-Associated Recreation. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. December 2012. SK41.U54a.