HF1378 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Elections; filing dates and reporting requirements modified.
Related bill: SF1812
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1378), authored by Representatives Freiberg and Quam, proposes amendments related to elections, particularly modifying filing dates and reporting requirements. It specifically seeks to amend Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 10A.09, 205.13, and 211A.02.
Key Changes in Section 1 (Minnesota Statutes 10A.09, Subdivision 1 - Time for Filing Statements of Economic Interest):
- Individuals must file a statement of economic interest within:
1. 60 days of accepting employment as a public official or local official in a metropolitan governmental unit.
2. 60 days of assuming office as a judge (district court, appeals court, supreme court) or county commissioner.
3. 14 days after the candidate filing period ends if running for an elective state constitutional or legislative office, or an elective local office (excluding county commissioner).
4. 14 days after assuming duties, in the case of public officials requiring Senate advice and consent.
5. 60 days of accepting duties for certain Minnesota Racing Commission officials and staff.
The bill aims to clarify and streamline filing deadlines for candidates and public officials, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Past committee meetings
- Elections Finance and Government Operations on: April 02, 2025 13:00
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Elections Finance and Government Operations |
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Committee report, to adopt | |
| March 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Second reading | |
| March 31, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Motion to re-refer | Elections Finance and Government Operations |
| March 31, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Motion prevailed |
Citations
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