Minnesota Competency Attainment Board's role as public employer clarified, policy changes to Minnesota Competency Attainment Board processes made, and civil liability immunity provided.

This bill clarifies that the Minnesota Competency Attainment Board is a public employer, which extends certain labor rights and negotiation rules to its staff. It establishes specific procedures for the board to negotiate with employee representatives, requiring the program administrator to lead these discussions while excluding managers and supervisors from the bargaining unit. The legislation also mandates that the board provide enough forensic navigator services to meet the needs of adult defendants found incompetent to stand trial, provided resources allow. Additionally, the bill updates the board's membership requirements to ensure geographic diversity and includes provisions granting immunity from civil liability for the board and its members.