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MN HF4243
MN HF4243Reporting thresholds increased, deadlines and filing periods clarified, conforming changes for local candidates made, and technical changes made.
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Introduced
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
In Committee
03/23/2026
03/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to campaign finance; increasing certain reporting thresholds; clarifying certain deadlines and filing periods; making conforming changes for local candidates; making technical changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 10A.01, subdivision 24; 10A.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 10A.09, subdivisions 2, 5a, 6a; 10A.16; 10A.175, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 10A.20, subdivisions 2, 2a, 3, 4; 10A.25, subdivision 10; 10A.27, subdivision 17; 10A.275, subdivision 1; Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 10A.09, subdivision 1.
AI Summary
This bill aims to update Minnesota's campaign finance laws by increasing certain reporting thresholds, clarifying deadlines and filing periods, and making technical adjustments for local candidates. Specifically, it expands the definition of "metropolitan governmental unit" to include entities like the Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission and the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority, and clarifies conflict of interest disclosure requirements for officials in certain counties and large cities. The bill also adjusts the timelines for filing statements of economic interest for candidates and officials, modifies reporting requirements for political committees and funds, and clarifies rules around earmarked contributions and coordinated expenditures. Additionally, it revises penalties for late filings and expands the scope of certain reporting exceptions for party units to include local candidates.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second reading (on 03/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/4243/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/4243/versions/0/pdf/ |
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