This bill establishes a working group focused on local candidate campaign finance reporting in Minnesota. The group will consist of 12 members, including representatives from the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, local government associations, and legislative members. The working group is tasked with examining the current local campaign finance reporting requirements, assessing the capabilities of local filing officers, and making recommendations for potential changes, including whether reports should be filed with the board instead of local officers. The group is required to submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations by January 15, 2026, and will expire upon submission of this report or on January 16, 2026, whichever is later.

Additionally, the bill appropriates $25,000 from the general fund to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the working group’s activities, with the funds available until June 30, 2026. The act will take effect the day after it is enacted.