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A Minnesota House committee advanced three anti-smoking bills Tuesday including a proposed statewide increase for purchasing tobacco products to age 21.
Walz, legislative leaders pledge smooth end of session
Gov. Tim Walz and top legislative leaders are pledging to take early action on budget bills this year to avoid chaos at the end of session and a potential state government shutdown.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar announced her plans to run for the White House on a snowy Sunday afternoon.
Gwen Walz lends support to felon voting rights push
Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz spoke at a Minnesota Second Chance Coalition rally Thursday in support of legislation to restore felon voting rights.
Walz, Klobuchar and more in a Thursday roundup of political news.