Gun control, voting reform debated at the Capitol this week

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The Minnesota Capitol.
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Emotions are expected to be running high this week at the state Capitol when lawmakers begin discussing several bills designed to prevent gun violence. A Minnesota House committee has three days of public hearings planned on gun proposals.

Also, Gov. Mark Dayton is set to highlight his vision for Minnesota on Wednesday, when he delivers his third State of the State address.

Reporter Tim Pugmire previews the week ahead with Morning Edition host Phil Picardi.

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