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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.

GOP lawmaker questions Dayton over veterans issues

Mike Parry says the governor is showing a lack of leadership when claiming GOP budget hurts vets.
by Tim Pugmire

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GOP criticizes Dayton over talking stadium with Wilfs

GOP criticizes Dayton over talking stadium with Wilfs

After Gov. Mark Dayton met with Vikings ownership last night, some Republicans say he should be focused on working with the Legislature to balance the state's $5 billion budget deficit.
by Tom Scheck

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Amendment to ban same-sex marriage close to Senate vote

The state Senate could soon vote on the proposed constitutional amendment. If passed, it would appear on the ballot statewide in the 2012 election.
by Tim Pugmire

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Focus for Vikings moves to Arden Hills

Focus for Vikings moves to Arden Hills

Vikings owners and legislators are talking about the cost of infrastructure around the Ramsey County site.
by Tim Nelson

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Dayton to GOP: Tax hike plan isn't going to change

Gov. Mark Dayton says Republican legislative leaders are underestimating his resolve if they think he'll back off his plan to raise taxes on Minnesota's top earners.
by Tom Scheck

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Legislators unveil stadium plan for Saints

Legislators unveil stadium plan for Saints

The $50 million facility would replace the minor league baseball club's 29-year-old Midway Stadium.
by Matt Sepic

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Dayton wants GOP to pick up the pace on state budget fix

Dayton wants GOP to pick up the pace on state budget fix

With 19 days left in the session, the governor said today that his optimism for a timely deal is waning. But GOP leaders insist they're ready to negotiate.
by Tim Pugmire

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Dayton would sign stadium bill before budget balanced

Gov. Mark Dayton said Wednesday he wouldn't let unfinished state budget business get in the way of a new Minnesota Vikings stadium, offering to sign a stadium bill even if lawmakers blow a deadline to finish the budget.

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House panel OKs change in distribution of legacy cash

A Minnesota House panel has approved a significant change in the way about $100 million in state legacy funds would be distributed to several arts and cultural organizations.
by Tim Pugmire

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