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Politics and Government News

MPR News is your hub for the latest politics and government news coverage. Whether you're looking for the status of a recent Supreme Court ruling, or want updates on Minnesota's newest laws, we have comprehensive state and national news coverage ready for you.

Minnesota Legislature speeds $21M in coronavirus money

Minnesota Legislature speeds $21M in coronavirus money

Gov. Tim Walz praised lawmakers for “working in a totally nonpartisan manner” shortly before the 64-0 vote in the Republican-controlled Senate. The Democratic-controlled House passed the bill soon afterward, 133-0. Walz is expected to sign the bill Tuesday.
by Brian Bakst

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Get ready to be counted: Census questionnaires go live on Thursday

Get ready to be counted: Census questionnaires go live on Thursday

Most Minnesotans will have their first contact with the 2020 census this week. Starting Thursday, the U.S. Census Bureau is sending out letters Thursday inviting residents to fill out their census questionnaires online.
by Jon Collins

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Policast: State lawmaker stops in-person visits; Senate takes up violence prevention measures

With three COVID-19 cases in Minnesota, state officials say it’s too early to cancel large gatherings. But one state lawmaker says he’s stopping all in-person meetings with constituents. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Senate takes up several violence prevention measures, and St. Paul teachers are back on the picket line.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Policast: A second COVID-19 case and Rep. Collin Peterson runs for re-election

Health officials have announced a second COVID-19 case in the state. Lawmakers are responding with a funding package that could be signed in the coming days. And Democratic Rep. Collin Peterson says he’ll run for 16th term in Congress.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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