Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would require reporting of campaign contributions from outside districts. House File 1447 would require legislative and statewide candidates to disclose the name, address, employer or occupation if self-employed, and registration number if registered with the board for each individual or association that has made one or more contributions to the reporting entity, including the purchase of tickets for a fundraising effort, if the individual or association resides or is located outside the area represented by the candidate. The proposed legislation is meant to provide greater transparency when outside groups or entities fund campaigns.