This bill amends the Open Meeting Law in Minnesota to enhance the privacy of applicants for school district superintendent and principal positions. It allows for the classification of personnel data related to these applicants as private, meaning that their names and other identifying information will not be publicly disclosed unless they are certified as eligible for appointment or are finalists for the position. The private classification will expire once the applicant accepts an offer of employment.

Additionally, the bill authorizes public bodies to close meetings specifically for the purpose of interviewing candidates for the positions of school district superintendent and school principal. Prior to closing such a meeting, the public body must announce that the meeting is being closed for this purpose, and it must remain open if requested by the individual being interviewed. These changes aim to protect the confidentiality of applicants during the hiring process while ensuring transparency in public meetings.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.43, 13D.05