This bill amends Minnesota Statutes related to campaign finance, specifically focusing on the reporting requirements for lobbying activities and the disclaimers required for advertisements urging public contact with officials. It modifies the reporting process for principals by requiring them to report the total amount spent on various types of lobbying, including new categories such as expenditures for finance professionals. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that mandates disclaimers for paid advertisements that encourage public contact with officials, specifying the format and content of these disclaimers, as well as the penalties for non-compliance.

The bill also clarifies which materials are exempt from the disclaimer requirement, such as fundraising tickets and small promotional items. It updates the font size and visibility requirements for disclaimers on various media, including outdoor signs and audiovisual advertisements. The effective dates for these changes vary, with some provisions taking effect immediately and others set for future dates, ensuring a gradual implementation of the new regulations.

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