Bill > HF72

This bill proposes to prohibit any entity or organization receiving state funding from making campaign expenditures or spending money for political purposes, with some important nuanced restrictions. Specifically, the bill would require such organizations (including nonprofits) to maintain separate financial accounts for political activities and state-funded activities, and they cannot use state funding to replace or supplement their political spending. Organizations would be required to formally attest to compliance with these restrictions before receiving state funds. The term "state funding" is broadly defined to include direct appropriations, legislatively named grants, competitive grants, and other forms of public financial support. The bill defines a clear distinction between politically-related spending and state-funded activities, aiming to prevent public funds from being used to influence political campaigns or political processes. The provisions would take effect on July 1, 2025, giving organizations time to adjust their financial practices and accounting systems to comply with the new requirements.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0072&ssn=0&y=2025