SF730 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Classification clarification of certain data maintained by the attorney general

Related bill: HF20

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Senate Bill SF No 730, introduced by Senator Kreun, aims to provide clearer rules on how certain types of information are handled by the Attorney General's office in Minnesota. The bill amends a section of the Minnesota Statutes to specify that certain types of data maintained by the Attorney General are classified as private. This includes:

  • Records of disciplinary proceedings unless there is a public hearing.
  • Communications and files related to administrative or policy matters that do not result in public actions.
  • Consumer complaint data, except for confidential data, and related investigative materials.
  • Investigative information gathered in preparation for or during litigation or administrative proceedings where the investigation is not active.
  • Information collected by the Consumer Division regarding homeowners facing mortgage issues, including personal details like names, addresses, and financial information.

The bill focuses on ensuring that sensitive data is protected and only made public when necessary, tightening privacy and data protection in government practices around such data.

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Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toJudiciary and Public Safety