2025 Minnesota legislative session

MPR News is your source for updates on the 2025 Minnesota legislative session. Whether you’re looking for information about a new law or want an update on state funding decisions, you can find it here.

What to watch at the Legislature this week: Paid family leave, guns, education
Lawmakers are set to hear several bills that received hearings during last year’s session. Because the Legislature passed a two-year budget last year, they have more time this year to look at policy issues.
Minnesota to pitch anglers on going lead-free for loons
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is planning to launch a new program to encourage anglers to voluntarily switch to lead-free fishing tackle as a way to help save the common loon. Lead poisoning is a leading cause of death for Minnesota loons.
State Rep. Diane Loeffler of Minneapolis dies at age 66
Loeffler, a DFLer first elected to the House in 2004, was a lifelong resident of Northeast Minneapolis. “She was just a powerhouse. It’s a huge loss for the Legislature,” House Speaker Melissa Hortman said.
State developing report card for assisted living facilities
Minnesota is developing an online report card system for assisted living facilities, a series of metrics that consumers could use to compare facilities. The state is working with the University of Minnesota to gather input on what that report card should look like.