Ethics Commission

Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board

CFB

63/100

Summary

The Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board administers campaign finance, lobbying, and economic interest disclosure laws. Six members are appointed by the Governor from nominations of the Senate, House, and Chief Justice.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 63/100 (good)
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length4 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessRestricted
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 10A — Campaign Finance, Public Disclosure, and Lobbying
Citation
Minn. Stat. §§ 10A.01-10A.40
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

Public officials, candidates, lobbyists