Government data classification of investigative information pertaining to certain Metropolitan Council personnel modified.

HF 1596 amends Minnesota law to require that investigative information about complaints against Metropolitan Council members becomes public after an investigation is completed, unless it would jeopardize an active investigation or reveal confidential sources. The bill adds Metropolitan Council members (appointed by the governor) to the definition of "public official" in the public data statute, extending existing transparency rules that apply to other high-level state officials. Previously, such complaint-related information for Metropolitan Council members was not subject to the same public disclosure requirements. This change ensures the public can access details about investigations into complaints against these council members, promoting accountability.