MN HF4765

Reduces the filing fee for data practices complaints from $1,000 to $200.

Allows complaints to be filed with the office within two years of the violation, or within one year of discovery if the violation involved concealment or misrepresentation by a government entity.

Requires complaints to be submitted in writing under oath, detailing the factual basis for the claim, and may be accompanied by a bond to guarantee payment of the fee.

Mandates the office notify the respondent and responsible authority immediately upon receipt of a complaint, with the respondent required to file a response within 15 business days.

Provides for refund of the filing fee if proceedings are dismissed because a request for an opinion from the commissioner of administration was accepted on the matter before the complaint was filed.