Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify the current regulations on government data practices in Minnesota, specifically regarding the disclosure of private student contact information. The bill seeks to authorize the sharing of private student information with specific parties for certain purposes.

Main Provisions

• Disclosure to Public Libraries: Schools may disclose a student’s name, home address, telephone number, email, or other personal contact information to public libraries to facilitate the issuing of library cards to students.
• Disclosure to State Officials: Elected state officials are permitted to obtain a student’s contact information for the purpose of sending them congratulatory letters.
• Disclosure to Approved School Photographers: Photographers approved by the school may receive student contact information for the express purpose of offering services like senior portraits.
• Disclosure to Tribal Nations: Information regarding Tribally enrolled or descendant students may be shared with federally recognized Tribal Nations to support the students’ educational attainment.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 13.32 subdivision 3 to broaden the range of situations in which a student's contact information can be disclosed. It introduces more specific scenarios to existing clauses, where such information could be shared legally under new conditions.

Relevant Terms

• Government data practices
• Disclosure of student information
• Legislators
• Photographers
• Educational data
• Private data
• Federal and state regulations
• Tribal Nations