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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.

Tax hikes slightly better for Minn. economy than budget cuts, experts say

Tax hikes slightly better for Minn. economy than budget cuts, experts say

State Economist Tom Stinson says that raising taxes on high earners would be better for the economy than budget cuts. But not by much, and his theory explaining why is just that -- theoretical.
by Annie Baxter

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If cities lose LGA money, will property taxes rise?

The governor contends that if aid to cities were cut, property taxes will go up for many. But others point to the early 1990s, when property taxes increased at the same time as a boost in LGA spending.
by Tom Scheck

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GOP income tax cut bill advances in Minn. legislature

A committee in the Minnesota House approved Saturday a bill that would cut income taxes for all Minnesotans, but could also force property tax hikes in cities across the state.
by Tom Scheck

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Bill allowing Sunday Minn. liquor sales advances

Bill allowing Sunday Minn. liquor sales advances

A state Senate committee has approved a bill that would allow liquor stores to be open on Sundays.
by Tim Nelson

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Misuse of welfare money is minimal, data show

Misuse of welfare money is minimal, data show

Republican state lawmakers have proposed new restrictions to prevent poor people from spending welfare money on alcohol, tobacco and lottery tickets. However, available data suggests misuse of welfare money is minimal. Instead, people who receive welfare said the legislation would make it impossible to use the money for basic needs, like paying rent and doing laundry.
by Madeleine Baran

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Senate committee passes teachers union strike ban

A state Senate committee approved a measure today that would ban Minnesota teachers from striking and send labor negotiations to arbitration.
by Tim Nelson

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Bill would allow expanded sales of raw dairy products

Bill would allow expanded sales of raw dairy products

State Sen. Sean Nienow, R-Cambridge, said raw milk drinkers accept the risk of illnesses linked to the product in exchange for a product they say is healthier than pasteurized milk.
by Mark Steil

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Dayton: GOP lawmakers in denial over LGA cuts

Gov. Mark Dayton says too many legislators don't see the connection between cuts in state aid to cities and increases in local property taxes.
by Tim Pugmire

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Plan would draw private investors to pay for social services

Some state lawmakers are backing a plan to create a new financing plan that could draw private investors into helping pay for the state's social services.
by Tim Nelson

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