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HF 3980·MN·house

Online platforms required to provide information pertaining to algorithm use, design transparency and user choice required, civil penalties provided, and rulemaking authorized.

IntroducedFiled Mar 5, 2026
Sponsor: Bahner
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Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy

Mar 5, 2026

Summary

The bill targets websites, apps and other online services that operate in Minnesota and use algorithmic recommender systems. It would force those platforms to provide clear information about the algorithms, make design choices transparent, and let users opt‑in or out of certain features, with civil penalties if they fail to comply. The Commerce Commissioner would be authorized to issue rules to implement and enforce the requirements.

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