Here are some new resources/events for those interested in state laws or the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act:
Summary of new laws effective Aug. 1: http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hinfo/0809nlrelease.pdf
See also, new laws effective July 1: http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hinfo/0709nlrelease.pdf
Summaries of all new laws from the 2009 session: http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hinfo/Newlaws2009-0.asp
COGI-tations: A program of the Minnesota Coalition on Government Information
Minnesota's Government Data Practices Act : A Primer
Hint: It's Not as Complicated As You Think!
Presenter: Don Gemberling
"Godfather" of Minnesota data practices
Minnesota's data practices law is based upon openness to information by and about state and local government. Advocacy groups, citizen journalists, concerned citizens, bloggers and all concerned about access to government activities need to know their rights. Elected and appointed officials need to understand their responsibility to assure access. Don Gemberling knows the law and can clarify it for those who may be intimidated, confused or overwhelmed by a straightforward law based in the assumption of transparency.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their government information horror stories
for analysis and feedback.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Midtown Commons, 2314 University Ave West, St. Paul (just East of Raymond)
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits conference room, Suite 20
COGI-tations are public forums sponsored by the Minnesota Coalition on Government Information. All COGI-tations are free and open to the public.
Minnesota Coalition on Government Information www.mncogi.org
