The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.43, subdivision 2, to modify the classification of government data related to investigative information concerning certain personnel of the Metropolitan Council. Specifically, it adds new language to include members of the Metropolitan Council appointed by the governor as public officials, thereby making data related to complaints or charges against them public upon the completion of an investigation, unless it jeopardizes an active investigation or reveals confidential sources. This inclusion aims to enhance transparency regarding the conduct of these officials.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the Metropolitan Council's chair, regional administrator, deputy regional administrator, general counsel, executive heads of divisions, and the chief law enforcement officer of the Metropolitan Transit Police are also classified as public officials. This change broadens the scope of public data available concerning complaints or charges against these individuals, ensuring that the public has access to relevant information while still maintaining protections for sensitive data as outlined in existing law.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.43
1st Engrossment: 13.43