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SF2631 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Qualified newspaper publishing notice requirements modifications and public notices online publication when no qualified newspaper is available authorization provision

Related bill: HF2231

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to update the rules regarding how public notices are published by local governments in Minnesota. It seeks to accommodate the discontinuance of traditional newspaper publications by allowing online alternatives when no qualified newspaper is available.

Main Provisions

  • Modification of Publication Requirements:

    • If a newspaper stops publishing before a public notice has begun or completed its required publication period, another qualified newspaper must be designated to continue or complete the publication.
    • In cases where no qualified newspaper is available, local governments are required to publish public notices on their official websites.

  • Online Publication:

    • When a newspaper is not available, the bill mandates the publication of notices on the Minnesota Newspaper Association's public notice website. This should be done at no added cost to the political subdivision.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 331A.10 subdivision 2, primarily addressing the process and flexibility of posting public notices in the absence of a local qualified newspaper.
  • Establishes a clear alternative for publication via online platforms, ensuring public access to legal notices even when traditional newspapers are not available.

Relevant Terms

  • Local government
  • Public notices
  • Newspaper publication
  • Online publication
  • Minnesota Newspaper Association
  • Qualified newspaper

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 16, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 16, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toState and Local Government

Citations

 
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      "modified": [
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    "citation": "331A.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
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