MN SF3306

Increases thresholds for reporting associated businesses from $50 to $250 monthly compensation and from $2,500 to $10,000 in securities holdings for public officials.

Expands noncampaign disbursement categories to include retirement receptions, recount contributions, terminating committee donations to state general fund or counties, and adds 27 total allowable noncampaign uses.

Creates new definitions and regulations for coordinated vs. noncoordinated expenditures, including specific tests based on fund-raising, consulting services, information sharing, and candidate participation.

Modifies investigation and complaint procedures for the campaign finance board, including new pathways for staff review resolution through conciliation agreements without formal investigations.

Changes contribution receipt timing for electronic donations (received when submitted to processor for reporting purposes) and adds exemptions for electronic contribution processors from registration and reporting requirements.