Minnesota SF499 reduces the filing fee for data practices complaints from $1,000 to $200.

SF499 amends Minnesota Statutes to lower the filing fee for data practices complaints from $1,000 to $200. The bill maintains the requirement for complaints to be filed within two years of the alleged violation, with an extension possible if concealment or misrepresentation by the government entity is involved. The Commissioner of Administration must be notified of the complaint, and the respondent must respond within 15 business days.

Minnesota SF499 reduces the filing fee for data practices complaints from $1,000 to $200.

SF499 amends Minnesota Statutes to lower the filing fee for data practices complaints from $1,000 to $200. The bill maintains the requirement for complaints to be filed within two years of the alleged violation, with an extension possible if concealment or misrepresentation by the government entity is involved. The Commissioner of Administration must be notified of the complaint, and the respondent must respond within 15 business days.