The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.04, subdivision 4, to enhance the procedures for individuals contesting the accuracy or completeness of their data held by government entities. It establishes a clear process for individuals to notify the responsible authority of their disagreement, requiring a response within 30 days. The responsible authority must either correct the data or inform the individual that the data is accurate, while also outlining the right to appeal the determination to the commissioner. The bill also introduces new provisions that allow the responsible authority to submit private data to the commissioner in response to an appeal, ensuring that the classification of the data remains consistent throughout the process.

Additionally, the bill includes several insertions and deletions to streamline the handling of data disputes. Notably, it allows for the retention of records related to the dispute and clarifies that data maintained by the commissioner as a result of the resolution process are classified as private data on individuals. These changes aim to improve transparency and accountability in data practices while protecting individual rights in the context of data accuracy and completeness.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.04
1st Engrossment: 13.04