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SF2694 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Certain officials in the cities of the first, second, or third class requirement to file a statement of economic interest with the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board

Related bill: HF1663

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to update and clarify the requirements for certain public officials to file statements of economic interest in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

  • The bill mandates that officials from cities classified as first, second, or third class must file a statement of economic interest with the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board.
  • Specific timelines are established for when these statements must be filed. For example, new public officials or those assuming such roles must file within 60 days of starting their duties.
  • It applies to various positions, including district court judges, appellate court judges, supreme court justices, and county commissioners.
  • Candidates for state or local elective offices must file their economic interest statements within 14 days after submitting an affidavit of candidacy or petition to be on the ballot.
  • It also includes provisions for specific roles within the Minnesota Racing Commission, requiring filing within 60 days of taking on relevant duties.

Significant Changes

  • Previously, the law may not have explicitly required officials from first to third class cities to file these statements. The amendment ensures these officials are included in the filing requirements.
  • The timelines for filing have been reiterated and aligned with different stages of employment or candidacy to offer clarity and consistency.

Relevant Terms

  • Economic interest
  • Public official
  • Local official
  • Statement of economic interest
  • First, second, third class cities
  • Metropolitan governmental unit
  • Minnesota Racing Commission

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toElections

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Extends the requirement to file to local officials in cities of the first, second, or third class."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill amends the time requirements for filing statements of economic interest under section 10A.09, subdivision 1.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies the filing deadlines related to different types of public and local officials."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "10A.09",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
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      "summary": "References the definition of cities of the first, second, or third class as per section 410.01.",
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    },
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  }
]

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