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Minnesota's Senate is taking a stand for transparency in data-center projects, requiring public hearings and disclosures after residents raised alarm over secretive developments like 'Project Bigfoot.'

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Senate advances bills to curb municipal NDAs in hyperscale data-center projects after residents raise transparency and environmental concerns
The committee advanced Senate File 4296—requiring public disclosure and hearings for proposed hyperscale data centers and limiting municipal nondisclosure agreements—after extensive testimony from residents and environmental groups. The measure was referred to General Orders by recorded vote (8 ayes, 2 nays); a companion NDA ban (SF 4379) was laid over for more discussion.
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March 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Minnesota lawmakers are wrestling with the delicate balance between secrecy and transparency in data center deals, pushing for a ban on NDAs that could reshape local governance.

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Senate passes amendment banning NDAs in Minnesota data center negotiations
Minnesota Senate votes to prohibit NDAs for municipalities in data center developments.
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April 28, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Representative Niska is calling for accountability in the Attorney General's office after explosive audio recordings reveal ties to a massive pandemic fraud scheme.

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Representative Niska pushes for House File 20 amid AG transparency concerns
Niska urges passage of House File 20 over new audio revelations about AG's actions.
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April 11, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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A fierce showdown in Minnesota's House could redefine the Attorney General's role, as lawmakers clash over a controversial bill that promises transparency but raises alarms about consumer protections.

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Minnesota Republicans push for transparency in attorney general's office with new bill
Republican representatives urge support for a bill aimed at increasing attorney general transparency.
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February 21, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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Minnesota legislators are grappling with a pivotal bill that could redefine transparency in the Attorney General's office and impact how state agencies operate.

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Legislators debate transparency in Data Practices Act and AG's office responsibilities
Representatives discuss enhancing transparency in the Data Practices Act amid budget concerns.
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February 13, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Minnesota lawmakers are championing a groundbreaking bill to make court records publicly searchable, empowering citizens with crucial legal information at their fingertips.

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Minnesota lawmakers push for searchable public database to enhance government transparency
Lawmakers push for publicly searchable databases to enhance transparency in government records.
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January 30, 2025 at 5:42 AM