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HF 2051

Farmed Cervidae premises location data classified as private.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Paul Anderson and 1 co-sponsor

The bill designates the geographic location data of premises used for farmed cervidae as private data, restricting public access to protect operators’ privacy and security.

Author added Schultz
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Bill Summary · HF 2051

Summary of HF 2051 (2025-2026) — Minnesota

Purpose and intent

HF 2051 seeks to classify the location data of premises used for farmed cervidae (deer and related species raised for farmed uses) as private information. The bill aims to protect the location of such premises from public disclosure, thereby enhancing privacy and security for farm operations and potentially reducing risk of harm or threats to premises.

Key provisions and changes

  • Privacy of premises location data: The core provision designates the geographic location information of premises involved in farming cervidae as private data. This means:

    • Location details would not be publicly accessible under state data practices laws.
    • Access to such data would be restricted to authorized individuals or entities as defined by the bill (e.g., government agencies or other stakeholders with a legitimate need).

  • Scope of applicable data:

    • Applies specifically to premises where farmed cervidae are kept, raised, or managed.
    • Not necessarily limited to ownership records; could include any data elements that reveal the location of eligible premises.

  • Data governance and access:

    • Likely outlines who may request or access private location data and under what conditions.
    • May include exceptions for law enforcement, animal health investigations, emergencies, or other statutory process when access is required.
    • Could establish procedures for handling, storage, and protection of private location data.

  • Protection mechanisms:

    • May specify penalties or remedies for improper disclosure of private data.
    • Could include administrative or civil enforcement provisions for violations.

Affected parties and impacts

  • Farmers and operators of farmed cervidae:

    • Gains enhanced privacy and security for the location of their operations.
    • Potentially reduced risk of crime such as robbery, theft, trespass, or poaching.

  • Public and researchers:

    • Public access to certain agricultural data may be restricted, potentially limiting transparency or the ability to analyze geographic distribution of farmed cervidae operations.
    • Researchers with legitimate interests may need to navigate the data access provisions or seek approved channels.

  • State agencies:

    • Agencies responsible for data management and public records would implement the privacy protections and determine access pathways.
    • Law enforcement and regulatory bodies may have defined access provisions during investigations or compliance activities.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and referral:

    • Introduced and read for the first time on March 10, 2025.
    • Referred to the Judiciary Finance and Civil Law committee, indicating initial consideration of legal and financial implications.

  • Legislative activity:

    • The bill lists two co-sponsors: Isaac Schultz and Paul Anderson (with Schultz initially adding as author on April 21, 2025).
    • As a bill of the 2025-2026 session, the typical timeline would include committee hearings, potential amendments, floor votes in the Minnesota House, and subsequent actions in the Senate, followed by potential signature by the Governor.

Notes and considerations

  • The bill centers on data privacy for a specific agricultural sector (farmed cervidae premises).
  • Details such as exact definitions, permissible disclosures, and enforcement mechanisms would be clarified in the full text and any amended versions.
  • If enacted, Minnesota’s data practices law would be amended to treat this category of premises location data as private, with corresponding exemptions and access controls.

This summary aims to present the essential elements of HF 2051 based on the available information: purpose, key provisions, affected parties, and procedural context. For a complete understanding, the full bill text and any committee amendments should be consulted.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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