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This bill amends Minnesota's economic interest statement filing requirements to expand the scope of local officials who must submit a statement of economic interest to the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board. Specifically, the bill adds local officials in cities of the first, second, or third class (as defined in Minnesota Statutes section 410.01) to the list of those required to file such statements within 60 days of accepting employment or assuming office. Previously, the law only required filing for local officials in metropolitan governmental units and certain other specific positions like district court judges, county commissioners, and elected state officials. The statement of economic interest is a disclosure document that provides transparency about potential financial conflicts of interest for public officials. By broadening the reporting requirements to include officials in larger cities, the bill aims to increase governmental transparency and help prevent potential conflicts of interest at the municipal level.

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