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SF 4153

State agencies to provide certain data to the Legislative Budget Office requirement

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Gary Dahms and 3 co-sponsors

Requires Minnesota state agencies to provide specified data to the Legislative Budget Office to improve fiscal analysis and budget decision-making.

Referred to State and Local Government
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Bill Summary · SF 4153

Legislative bill overview

SF 4153 requires state agencies to provide specified data to the Legislative Budget Office (LBO) to support budget analysis and fiscal forecasting. The bill establishes a mandate for agencies to submit requested information in a timely manner, enabling the LBO to perform its core function of advising legislators on budgetary matters and fiscal impacts of proposed legislation.

Why is this important

The Legislative Budget Office serves as the legislature's primary source of independent fiscal analysis, directly informing budget decisions that affect spending priorities and tax policy. Enhanced data access allows the LBO to produce more comprehensive fiscal notes, revenue forecasts, and budget impact assessments that legislators rely on when voting on bills. Without adequate agency cooperation, the legislature's ability to make informed financial decisions becomes compromised.

Potential points of contention

  • Data burden on agencies: Requiring agencies to compile and submit data may increase administrative costs and divert resources from service delivery, particularly for smaller agencies with limited staff capacity
  • Scope and specificity: The bill's reference to "certain data" lacks detail about which specific data points must be provided, potentially creating ambiguity about compliance requirements and opportunities for disputes
  • Privacy and confidentiality concerns: Depending on data types requested, agencies may need to balance legislative transparency with protecting sensitive information about individual beneficiaries or proprietary business operations

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

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