The proposed bill aims to clarify the definition of "major decisions" made by nonelected local officials in the context of campaign finance within Minnesota. It introduces new legal language that categorizes lobbying efforts aimed at influencing these officials when they are involved in significant decisions regarding the expenditure or investment of public funds. Specifically, it outlines that lobbying occurs when an official may make, recommend, or vote on such decisions, while also stating that merely submitting grant applications or responding to requests for proposals does not constitute lobbying.

Additionally, the bill specifies what constitutes a major decision regarding public funds, including the development of operating and capital budgets, decisions on grant funding, selection of grant recipients, and tax-related financial decisions. Conversely, it clarifies that certain actions, such as purchasing goods or services, collective bargaining, and engaging in litigation discussions, do not fall under the definition of major decisions. This legislation seeks to enhance transparency and accountability in local government financial decisions by clearly delineating the scope of lobbying and major decision-making processes.