The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 10A.20, subdivision 3, to enhance the campaign report requirements for legislative and statewide candidates, as well as for ballot questions. It mandates that all contributors who make contributions exceeding $200 within a year must be disclosed, including their name, address, employer or occupation, and registration number if applicable. The previous threshold for itemization has been removed, which previously required contributions over $200 for legislative or statewide candidates and over $500 for ballot questions to be itemized. This change aims to increase transparency in campaign financing by ensuring that all contributions are reported regardless of the amount.

Additionally, the bill requires detailed reporting of expenditures and noncampaign disbursements that exceed $200 in a calendar year. This includes itemizing the date, name, address of the vendor, and a description of the service or item purchased. The itemization must be organized alphabetically by vendor, further promoting clarity in financial reporting. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the accountability of campaign financing by ensuring comprehensive disclosure of contributions and expenditures.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 10A.20