Minnesota HF1949 mandates the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to publish a lobbying handbook on its website.

Minnesota HF1949 requires the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to publish a handbook for lobbying on its website. The handbook must be written in plain language and clearly explain lobbyist registration requirements, activities and expenses that do not count toward dollar amount thresholds, and differences in lobbying various government entities. The board must regularly update the handbook and consult with registered lobbyists when making updates. The handbook must be published by January 15, 2026.

Minnesota HF1949 mandates the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to publish a lobbying handbook on its website.

Minnesota HF1949 requires the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to publish a handbook for lobbying on its website. The handbook must be written in plain language and clearly explain lobbyist registration requirements, activities and expenses that do not count toward dollar amount thresholds, and differences in lobbying various government entities. The board must regularly update the handbook and consult with registered lobbyists when making updates. The handbook must be published by January 15, 2026.