This bill aims to enhance data privacy protections for government officials in Minnesota, specifically expanding the definition of "covered officials" to include state legislators alongside existing protections for judicial officials. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, sections 480.40 and 480.45, to redefine terms and establish new privacy measures. Notably, the term "judicial official" is replaced with "covered official," which now encompasses members of the Minnesota legislature. The bill also clarifies what constitutes personal information and outlines the process for removing such information from public records.

Additionally, the bill establishes a legislative task force dedicated to studying personal information protections for government officials. This task force will consist of 12 members, including representatives from various governmental bodies, and is tasked with evaluating the current protections and exploring potential enhancements. The task force is required to submit a report by January 15, 2027, detailing its findings and any recommended changes to state laws. An appropriation from the general fund is also included to support the task force's activities, ensuring that the necessary resources are available for its operation.