Data request and retention provisions modified, and fee waiver for certain data requests provided.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Leigh Finke and 1 co-sponsor

HF 3325 changes how Minnesota public bodies handle data requests and retention, and offers a fee waiver for certain requests.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

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HF 3325 — Summary

Overview

Bill Number: HF 3325

Title: Data request and retention provisions modified, and fee waiver for certain data requests provided

Subject: Data Practices and Privacy

Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Introduced: May 14, 2025

Purpose and Intent

Based on the bill’s title, HF 3325 seeks to:
- Modify Minnesota’s data request processes and data retention provisions.
- Establish or authorize a fee waiver for certain data requests.

The exact language and definitions are not provided here, so the summary reflects the bill’s stated focus as described in the title and status notes.

Key Provisions (as described by the bill’s title)

Note: The precise statutory changes are not included in the available information. The following points reflect the bill’s described emphasis:
- Data request provisions: Adjustments to how individuals or entities may request data held by Minnesota public bodies, potentially changing requirements, timelines, or submission criteria.
- Data retention provisions: Revisions to retention policies or schedules governing government data, which could affect how long records are kept and how data is disposed of.
- Fee waiver: Provision of a fee waiver for certain data requests, potentially lowering or eliminating costs for specific categories of requesters or types of requests.

Because the text is not provided, the exact criteria for the fee waiver, the scope of the retention changes, and the detailed procedural steps remain to be seen through committee language.

Affected Parties

Public bodies subject to Minnesota’s Data Practices Act (state agencies, counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions).

Data subjects and requesters of government data (individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking access to public data).

Government agencies responsible for implementing data request procedures and retention schedules.

Procedural Timeline and Next Steps

Introduced and first reading on May 14, 2025.

Referred to: Judiciary Finance and Civil Law.

Next steps (typical path): The bill would proceed to committee hearings and potential amendments, followed by passage through the floor of the chamber, consideration by the other house, and, if approved, a signature by the governor. Status updates will indicate further committee actions and amendments.

Implications and Considerations

If enacted, stakeholders may see changes in how quickly and easily data requests can be made, how data is retained and managed, and how costs to requesters are handled.

Agencies may face adjustments to compliance workflows, retention schedules, and budgeting related to any fee waiver program.

The actual impact will depend on the detailed language, including waiver criteria, scope of retention changes, and any transitional provisions.

If you’d like, I can incorporate the exact text once it becomes available or provide a comparison once committee language is released.