Don Betzold
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75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.Capitol Building, Room 111St. Paul, MN 55155-1606651.296.2556

sen.don.betzold@senate.mn


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CommitteesBack to Top Finance - State Government Budget Division, Chair Finance Finance - Judiciary Budget Division Judiciary State and Local Government Operations and OversightBills AuthoredBack to TopChief Author Bills2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status Report (PDF Document)2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status ListChief and Co-Author Bills2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status Report (PDF Document)2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status ListLegislative ServiceBack to TopElected: 1992, re-elected 1996, 2000, 2002, 2006Term: 5thSpecial Legislative ConcernsBack to TopData practices, civil law, mental health, military.Biographical DetailsBack to TopHome:FridleyHome Address:6150 Briardale Ct 55432-5210Home Phone:763.571.0098Business:Brooklyn CenterBusiness Address:6160 Summit Dr,

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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
SF2390Social security number collection and use restrictions modification05/17/2008Governor's action Approval 05/15/08
HF3082Omnibus retirement provisions modification05/16/2008Bill was repassed as amended by Conference
HF3367Closed meetings recording requirement05/13/2008Returned from Senate with amendment
SF2720Omnibus retirement bill05/13/2008HF substituted by motion [HF3082]
SF3085Uniform probate code provisions modification05/13/2008Gen Ord: Stricken and re-referred to Judiciary
SR0211A senate resolution congratulating Phillip Scott Schippel for receiving the Eagle award05/13/2008Introduction
SF1593Medical education funds distribution public program volume factor determination modification05/12/2008Chief author stricken Prettner Solon
SF3137Commuter rail lines exercise of powers, operation and maintenance responsibilities05/07/2008Governor's action Approval 05/04/08
SF2919Civil commitments hearings time requirements modifications05/01/2008Governor's action Veto 05/01/08
SF3120Closed meetings recording requirement05/01/2008HF substituted on General Orders HF3367
SF2403Disabled peace officers or firefighters continued health insurance eligibility provision modifica...04/30/2008Governor's action Approval 04/25/05
SF3225Ombudsman for mental health and developmental disabilities and the medical review subcommittee de...04/30/2008Governor's action Approval 04/24/08
HF0117Courts personal jurisdiction authority exception elimination04/14/2008Secretary of State Ch. 185 04/10/08
SF2653School contracts without bids conflict of interest exception authorization04/10/2008Governor's action Approval 04/04/08
SF2654City charter commission discharge, compensation and amendments provisions; water and sewer charges04/10/2008Bills not identical, R/S, SF substituted on General Register
SF3817Cities local government aids formula provisions modification04/02/2008Introduction and first reading
SR0165A senate resolution congratulating James P. Hamilton, Jr. of Fridley, Minnesota for receiving the...03/31/2008Introduction
SF0248Election expenditure limit modification03/25/2008Committee report, to pass
SF2747School district employees statewide health insurance pool03/13/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3662Hennepin county electronic exchange of medical data authority03/11/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3664Hennepin county electronic exchange of medical data authority03/11/2008Introduction and first reading
SF0181Courts personal jurisdiction authority exception elimination03/10/2008Chief auth stricken, shown as co-auth Larson
SF2997Teachers retirement association rule of 90 benefit tier extension to post 1989 hires03/10/2008Authors added Larson; Koering; Saxhaug
SF3407Drivers license numbers and application information regulation03/10/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Judiciary
SF3598St. Paul teachers retirement fund association rule of 90 extension to post-1989 hires03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3599Duluth teachers retirement fund association rule of 90 extension to post-1989 hires03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3604Statute of repose for homeowner warranty claims adjustment03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3628Uniform Disclaimer of Property Interests Act03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SR0153A senate resolution congratulating the Spring Lake Park Killer Bees boys hockey team on winning t...03/10/2008Introduction
SF2294Pawnbrokers and secondhand goods dealers customer and personal property data access regulation03/05/2008Author added Clark
SF2754Schools background check requirements modifications03/05/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Judiciary
SF3422Fire inspectors PERA public employees police and fire plan pension coverage03/04/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3338Law enforcement agency hold data classification03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3391Minnesota Real Property Electronic Recording Act03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3404Education department and office of higher education data sharing permission03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3405Injured police officers and firefighters duty disability pension amount and less hazardous duty r...03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3406Data practices temporary classification and privacy provisions modifications03/03/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3206Constitutional amendment for judicial vacancies02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3324Miscellaneous PERA, MSRS and TRA retirement provisions modifications02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3325Volunteer firefighter relief associations maximum monthly service pension amounts increase02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SR0150A senate resolution honoring Aisha Moghul of Fridley, Minnesota for receiving Prudential Spirit o...02/28/2008Introduction
SF3136State employee postretirement employment provisions modifications02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3148Correctional state employees retirement plan covered positions clarification02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2969Postretirement investment fund dissolution and other provisions modification02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2998Public pension plans retirement annuity voluntary membership dues deduction02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2759Deferred compensation alternative plans authorization02/20/2008Author added Rummel
SF2839Liquidating trust for public retirement plans02/20/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2885Public retirement plans liquidating trusts creation prohibition02/20/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2923Legislative commission on pensions and retirement actuarial services retention02/20/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2715State retirement plans actuarial and financial reporting and actuarial assumptions modifications,...02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2655MSRS deferred compensation plan amendments02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF0624Marriage solemnization procedures modifications02/12/2008Withdrawn and re-referred to Judiciary
SF2423First class city teacher retirement fund associations (TRA) modifications02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2424PERA prior service credit purchase authorization for former Hennepin county commissioner02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2496National Sports Center asset preservation bond issue and appropriation02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
HF0464School employee statewide health insurance plan established, and money appropriated.05/21/2007Conference committee report, delete everything
HF0548Omnibus state government finance bill appropriating money for general legislative and administrat...05/21/2007Returned from Senate with amendment
SF1126Predatory offenders under 16 registration limitations05/21/2007House rule 4.20, interim disposition of bills, returned to Public Safety and Civil Justice
SF0430Omnibus pension bill05/20/2007House conferees Murphy, M.; Smith; Thissen; Kahn; Nelson
SF0463Notary public maximum fees increased.05/20/2007H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF2345Civil investigative data and licensing data treatment provisions modifications05/20/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2321Indictment or criminal complaints for felonies against unnamed defendant based upon DNA evidence ...05/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0914Business screening services regulation05/17/2007Gen Ord: Stricken and re-referred to Judiciary
SF0322Civil commitment early intervention services expanded, and definition of chemically dependent per...05/16/2007Governor's action Approval 05/14/07
SF0471State agencies contracting out of previously eliminated jobs restrictions05/14/2007Chief author stricken Pappas
SF0276Statewide health insurance pool established for school district employees, and money appropriated.05/10/2007Committee report, to pass as amended and re-refer to Ways and Means
SF2292Dog and Cat Breeders Act05/10/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2286Retirement plans omitted salary deductions provisions update and clarification05/09/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0321Independent nonprofit firefighting corporations joint powers agreements inclusion05/08/2007Governor's action Approval 05/04/07
SF1997Omnibus state departments appropriations05/08/2007Governor's action Veto Ch. 56 05/07/07
SF1701Minnesota Health Records Act05/03/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF1474Building contractors right to bring action for contribution or indemnity04/17/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF2241Uniform securities act name change to Minnesota securities act and provisions modifications04/17/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0296PERA administrative and surviving spouse modifications; health insurance withholding; comprehensi...03/23/2007Author added Chaudhary
SF0913Drivers licenses or identification cards photograph image files use expansion03/23/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Judiciary
SF2120PERA, MSRS and TRA executive directors salary limit modification03/23/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1873Executive order expiration and state commissioner confirmation clarification03/22/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1633Property tax refunds increase; household income for persons age 65 or older determination modific...03/21/2007Author added Saltzman
SF1761Open meeting law violation remedy award increase03/21/2007Withdrawn and returned to author
SF2009Noxious weed eradication provisions modifications03/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2017State procurement provisions modifications03/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2035Open meeting law violation remedy award increase03/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2048PERA bounce back annuity after marriage dissolution03/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1978Public pension fund financial reporting requirements modification03/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0104University of Minnesota former steam plant employees state health insurance program eligibility03/12/2007Comm rpt: No recommendation, re-ref to Finance
SF0131Chief information officer electronic data preservation study03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0892Political subdivisions postemployment retirement benefit trusts03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF1430Community dispute resolution programs data report requirement and grant eligibility provisions mo...03/12/2007Author added Foley
SF1760PERA staff postretirement option participation eligibility03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1762Legislators retirement partial benefit option to alternative payees03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1632MSRS correctional employees retirement plan and PERA police and fire retirement plan full funding...03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1650Public pension plan data classification modifications03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1662State employees electronic health records pilot project03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1663MSRS and state trooper disability benefits provisions modifications03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1664Correctional employees disability benefits coverage provisions modifications03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1679Secretary of state appropriation03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1568Attorney general additional staff positions appropriation03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1489Metropolitan council labor relations data classification modification03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0106Legislator compensation modifications03/01/2007Received from Senate
SF1322Residential homestead and agricultural market value credits indexing02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1323Confidential employee definition modification02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1361Land management information center funding restoration and appropriation02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1382JOBZ program staff retention and audit appropriation02/28/2007Referred to Finance
SF0047Corrections board02/26/2007Withdrawn and returned to author
SF0629MSRS miscellaneous modifications02/22/2007Author stricken Rest
SF1120Parole board02/22/2007Author added Foley
SF1141Minneapolis employees retirement fund provisions modification02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1142Labor and industry department data practices provisions modifications02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0685Criminal records expungement provisions modification02/21/2007Author added Foley
SF0937MSRS correctional employees retirement plan coverage expansion and prior service credit transfer02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1036Marriage dissolution filing and marriage license fees surcharges elimination for displaced homema...02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0912BCA integrated search service requests authorization02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0920State employees retirement program unclassified coverage provisions modification02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0929PERA police and fire plan Anoka county field investigator reemployed annuitant provisions exemption02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0774Judicial standards board executive secretary senate confirmation requirement02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0644Identity theft crime expansion02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0645Internet and computer systems restraining orders authorization02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0648TRA benefits modifications02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0688Public employees police and fire retirement plan reimbursement of enhanced survivor benefit02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0469Anoka county libraries bonding modification02/07/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Taxes
SF0130Legislative coordinating commission legislative training forums oversight02/05/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0484Legislative appropriations continuation02/05/2007Authors added Olseen; Kubly
SF0495Anoka county deed and mortgage tax imposition authority02/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0423Correctional state employees retirement plan department of human services employees inclusion02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0424Minneapolis teachers retirement fund association obsolete references correction02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0425Volunteer firefighter relief associations state supplemental aid clarification02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0426First class city teachers retirement fund associations extended leave of absence program technica...02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0427Public pension plans proposed legislation submission and review process modification02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0428First class city teachers retirement fund associations sabbatical leave service credit provisions...02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0429Public pension plans salary, average salary and severance payments definition02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0431Minneapolis firefighters relief association statutory reference update02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0121Dog and Cat Breeders Act01/29/2007Author added Sieben
SF0271Independent school district #14, Fridley; levy authority01/25/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0110Independent school district #16, Spring Lake Park; buildings lease levy authority exception01/17/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0084PERA police and fire fund and local government correctional retirement plans disability and survi...01/16/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0085PERA disability benefits eligibility determination modifications01/16/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0105Urban area wild animal removal requirement01/16/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0056Teachers retirement association administrative provisions modifications01/11/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0007Pension plan appeal procedures01/04/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0008Trunk highway #10 noise barrier construction and I-35W interchanges bond issue and appropriation01/04/2007Introduction and first reading


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
SF3882State tort claims liability modification05/17/2008Introduction and first reading
HF3494Omnibus state government administration and operations provisions modifications05/15/2008Author added McFarlane
SF3235Omnibus data practices provisions modification05/08/2008H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF3190State government administration and operations policy provisions modifications05/01/2008HF substituted by motion HF3494
SF2500Horse racing; purse set-aside and breeder's fund revenue sharing provided, and simulcasting restr...04/30/2008Governor's action Approval 04/25/05
HF3138Compensation plan required for employees of the legislative auditor and plan subject to legislati...04/21/2008Secretary of State Ch. 194 04/17/08
SF2402Board of Accountancy governing provisions modified.04/21/2008Governor's action Approval 04/17/08
SF2645Marriage dissolution or legal separation petitions social security information requirement elimin...04/07/2008Received from Senate
SF3375School district tax sheltered annuity vendors teacher collective bargaining requirement04/07/2008Gen Ord: Stricken and re-referred to State and Local Government Operations and Oversight
SF3820St. Paul, Ramsey county and independent school district #625 proposed property tax hearing requir...04/02/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3803Police and fire plan disability benefit increase03/27/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3376Posttraumatic stress disorder screening requirement and disposition options for certain defendant...03/19/2008Author added Clark
SF3790Resolution to require the acknowledgment of agent orange exposure as a cause of Parkinson's disease03/19/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3180Fiscal note requests disclosure requirements and conclusions appeal process03/18/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF2644Criminal offense surcharges, DWI license reinstatement fees, court fees and public defender copay...03/17/2008Committee report: Amended
SF2886State budget requirements modifications03/17/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3002City donated public safety equipment civil liability immunity extension03/17/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to State and Local Government Operations and Oversight
SF3035Nonconviction criminal records private employers use restriction; BCA internet access data sunset...03/13/2008Committee report: To pass as amended
SF3630Voluntary statewide lump-sum volunteer firefighter retirement plan03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3457Minnesota state anthem commission03/05/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2365Minnesota sesquicentennial special motor vehicle license plates03/03/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF2840National guard youth challenge program study03/03/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3028Cocoa bean shell mulch retail sellers warning sign posting requirement03/03/2008Withdrawn and re-referred to Business, Industry and Jobs
SF3260Fridley tax increment financing district02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2620Public employment labor agreements and compensation plans ratification; zoological board administ...02/20/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF2727Controlled substance offenses minimum fines disbursement to juvenile substance abuse court programs02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2739Anoka-Ramsey community college building construction and renovation bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2740Anoka-Ramsey community college Coon Rapids campus buildings remodeling bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2512Minnesota sesquicentennial commission appropriation for statehood anniversary02/14/2008Authors added Olson, G.; Betzold; Pariseau
SF2629Anoka county Banfill Locke center for the arts bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2662Assisted reproduction regulations modifications02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2680Crime of robbery involving a motor vehicle; attempted robbery penalty increase02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2710Northstar commuter rail Fridley station bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
HF1048Employee Relations Department abolished and duties transferred, and employee protections provided.05/21/2007Gen Ord: Stricken and re-referred to Rules and Administration
SF0596Data practices duties and classifications clarified, technical changes provided, and access and c...05/20/2007H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF1377State boards and advisory groups governing laws revised.05/20/2007Senate adopted conference committee report, bill repassed
SF1075State Board of Investment required to divest from certain investments related to Sudan.05/19/2007Returned from House
SF0493Criminal gang activity as public nuisance05/18/2007H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF0563Renewable electric energy development benefits economic strategy required, and Legislative Electr...05/17/2007Returned from House with amendment
SF2030Surplus property rulemaking authority of administration commissioner05/16/2007Governor's action Approval 05/14/07
SF1346Secretary of state registrations, filings, dissolutions, foreign limited partnership name changes...05/10/2007Referred by Chair to State Government Finance Division
SF1242MINNCOR industries provisions modifications and clarifications05/08/2007Gen Ord: Stricken & returned to author
SF1949Minnesota sesquicentennial commission duties and procedures modifications05/04/2007Governor's action Approval 05/03/07
SF2280Rice Creek north regional trail bond issue and appropriation05/04/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1349Guardians ad litem attorney general representation; state court administrator and district court ...04/24/2007Received from Senate
SF1149Off highway motorcycle and off road vehicle registration requirements modifications04/17/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF0060Duluth PERA postemployment benefits accounts establishment04/10/2007Governor's action Approval 03/30/07
SF1162Carbon neutral state government action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions03/22/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications
SF1872Fridley tax increment financing district03/21/2007Chief auth stricken, shown as co-auth Betzold
SF2032Social security number data practice provisions modifications03/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1943Northstar corridor commuter rail Fridley station construction03/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1837Innocent party criminal history data removal03/14/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0279Criminal and juvenile justice information policy group automatic sealing of arrest records study;...03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1169Municipalities bond issuance authority for postemployment benefits to retired officers and employ...03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Taxes
SF0294Criminal records expungement provisions restructuring and recodification03/07/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1541Combat veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder alternative sentencing option03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1536Uniform Principal and Income Act (2000)03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1537Uniform Power of Attorney Act03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1421Anoka county bicycle and pedestrian trail bond issue and appropriation03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1422Independent school district #11, Anoka Hennepin; capital improvements loan bond issue and appropr...03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1423School districts hazardous transportation levy03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1447Northstar corridor development authority commuter rail technical analysis appropriation03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1375Capitol area architectural and planning board decennial comprehensive planning and zoning review ...02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1231Private prisons use prohibition02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0917Political subdivisions postemployment retirement benefit trusts02/21/2007Author added Rest
SF0821Disabled veterans rest camp bond issue and appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0858Mental health professional graduate education loan forgiveness program and culturally competent m...02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0859County jail reentry projects grant appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0861Mental illness employment support services grants appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0911Anoka county regional forensic crime laboratory construction grant bond issue and appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0492Collaborative services for high risk children02/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0402Fridley Springbrook nature center redevelopment and expansion grant bond issue and appropriation02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0487Military honor guard members reimbursement grants02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0333Horse racing purse set aside and breeders fund revenue sharing and racetrack simulcasting and car...01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0369Washington county Big Marine Park Reserve bond issue and appropriation01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0273Special gold star family motor vehicle license plates for family members of military service pers...01/25/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0046State agencies appropriations continuation01/11/2007Introduction and first reading