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The 2024 Sunshine Week is scheduled for March 10-16. Sunshine Week is a national initiative focused on the important roles freedom of information and open government have in a functional democracy. The event is held annually and coincides with James Madison's birthday on March 16.
The Data Practices Office offers several resources to help members of the public and government understand Minnesota's government transparency laws. The Data Practices Office website has tips on how to make a data practices request as well as several pages with guidance on specific types of data and the Open Meeting Law.
You can also search the Commissioner of Administration's advisory opinions online as well as watch videos on YouTube about a variety of different data practices and open meeting topics.
Always feel free to contact the Data Practices Office with any questions you have. Our team is here to help!
Intro to Data Practices Policies & Procedures Remote Workshop
Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on WebEx
Need a primer or a refresher about state and local governments' responsibilities related to data practices? Then join us for this upcoming workshop!
The workshop offers:
- Background on government entities' legal duties related to government data
- Advice on the legal requirements related to appropriate access to not public data and data breach investigations and notifications
- Help creating or updating customized data practices policies and procedures required by law
- An opportunity to apply your knowledge in hands-on exercises
This workshop will be held remotely on WebEx, and it will not require in-person attendance.
The cost to attend this workshop is $125 per person.
Please visit our website for more information and to register.
The Commissioner of Administration has not issued any advisory opinions since the last FYi newsletter.
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