Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to ensure that registered voters in Minnesota can access voter lists more quickly by reducing the time required for the provision of these lists.

Main Provisions

• Timely Access: The bill mandates that the county auditors and the secretary of state must provide copies of public voter information lists to any registered voter in Minnesota within two business days of receiving a request, rather than the previously stipulated ten days.
• Accessibility: These lists can be requested in electronic or other media formats and must be accompanied by the payment necessary for reproduction costs.
• Public Inspection: The bill stipulates that a copy of the voter list must be available for public inspection at no charge.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Reduction in Response Time: The bill significantly reduces the time frame from ten business days to two business days for fulfilling requests for voter information lists. This change is aimed at improving voter access to public electoral information in a more timely manner.
• Usage Restrictions: It reaffirms that individuals who acquire or inspect these lists cannot use the information for any purposes that are not related to elections, political activities, or law enforcement.

Relevant Terms

• Voter reports
• Public information lists
• County auditors
• Secretary of state
• Elections-related use