Veterans; standards established for legislatively directed competitive and direct grants, honor guard detail provided, available benefits to veterans of the Secret War in Laos modified, eligibility for burial in state veterans cemeteries modified, Commanders Task Force established, pay for state active service modified, commissioner of veterans affairs allowed to temporarily close veterans homes, reports required, and money appropriated.

Summary

The bill revises how the state designates veteran status on IDs, sets standards for competitive and direct veteran grants, expands honor‑guard payments, and adds new benefits for Secret War in Laos veterans. It also changes pay for state active service, allows temporary closure of veterans homes, creates a Commanders Task Force to advise on veterans issues, and funds the changes with modest appropriations. The measures aim to improve services for all Minnesota veterans and their families.

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