Phone tracking debate to get House hearing
A recent KARE-11 report about the secretive use of cellphone tracking devices by Minnesota law enforcement agencies has sparked calls for hearings from lawmakers and outraged open-government advocates.
View ArticleLottery, data practices bills hang in the balance
Gov. Mark Dayton is still evaluating online lottery restrictions and a contentious data practices bill as Friday's signing deadline looms.
View ArticleLaw clarifies public project transparency standards
A new state law addresses a recent Minnesota Supreme Court decision that speaks to the public’s right to know certain details about public construction projects.
View ArticleFight over surveillance looms
Concerns over new technologies and privacy are triggering a new push for regulations.
View ArticleTiny cameras raise big issues
As more police officers wear them, legislators consider statewide rules
View ArticleHouse lawmakers reach deal on license readers
The compromise would let law enforcement agencies retain LPR information that was not part of an active investigation for up to 30 days.
View ArticleBranden Petersen’s short but eventful tenure
Petersen leaves the Senate after one term to focus on his family and career.
View ArticleKeeping public data private
Data Practices Commission studies security concerns over citizens’ data.
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