This bill amends Minnesota's campaign finance laws by modifying the definitions and requirements surrounding noncoordinated expenditures and disclaimers for campaign materials. It clarifies that certain actions, such as a candidate asking a spender not to make expenditures in support of the candidate or their opponent, do not constitute coordinated expenditures. Additionally, the bill expands the types of media that can be used for campaign communications, specifying that disclaimers must be included in a particular format for various types of media, including audio and video. The bill also introduces new requirements for disclaimers on websites and social media pages, allowing for a single disclaimer to suffice for the entire page.

Furthermore, the bill repeals a specific Minnesota Rule regarding disclaimers for online communications linked to a disclaimer page, thereby streamlining the requirements for campaign materials. It also specifies that certain small items and communications do not require disclaimers if it is impractical to include them. Overall, the bill aims to modernize and clarify the rules governing campaign finance in Minnesota, ensuring that they are more applicable to current communication methods while maintaining transparency in campaign financing.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 10A.177, 211B.04