PRIVACY POLICY

Shelly for Minnesota House District 4A 

Effective Date: May 14, 2026

INTRODUCTION

Shelly for MN House ("the Campaign," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our supporters, volunteers, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in connection with our campaign for Minnesota House District 4A, representing Moorhead, MN and the surrounding communities.

By interacting with our website, signing up for communications, volunteering, or donating, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect the following personal information when you interact with the Campaign:

• Contact Information: Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number
• Donation Information: Contribution amounts, payment method details (processed securely through a third-party payment processor), and employer/occupation information as required by Minnesota campaign finance law
• Volunteer Information: Availability, skills, areas of interest, and other information provided when signing up to volunteer
• Communications: Messages, feedback, or other content you send to us

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring URLs
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar tools to improve your experience and analyze website traffic

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from publicly available sources, voter files (as permitted by Minnesota law), or third-party campaign tools and platforms used for outreach and organizing.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and comply with Minnesota campaign finance reporting requirements
• Send campaign updates, event invitations, volunteer opportunities, and other communications
• Coordinate volunteer activities and canvassing efforts
• Improve our website and digital outreach
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors (e.g., email platforms, payment processors, printing services) who assist the Campaign and are bound by confidentiality obligations
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority, including mandatory public disclosure of donor information under Minnesota campaign finance law (Minn. Stat. Ch. 10A)
• Campaign Partners: With aligned political committees, party organizations, or issue advocacy groups, only to the extent permitted by law and consistent with this policy
• With Your Consent: For any other purpose with your explicit consent

Minnesota Campaign Finance Disclosure

Please be aware that under Minnesota law, contributions of $200 or more in a calendar year must be publicly reported to the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board (CFB). This includes your name, address, employer, and occupation. This is a legal obligation, not a choice of the Campaign.

Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

• Opt Out of Communications: Unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any message, or contacting us directly
• Access or Correct Your Information: Request access to or correction of the personal information we hold about you
• Request Deletion: Ask us to delete your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements (e.g., campaign finance records)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links and Platforms

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms, donation processors). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

Children's Privacy

Our campaign activities and website are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Continued engagement with the Campaign after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Shelly for MN House — District 4A Moorhead, MN

Email: Info@shelly4mnhouse.com

Website: https://shelly4mnhouse.com/

Paid for by the Shelly 4 MN House Campaign Committee.

Shelly for MN House is registered with the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board.