2023 Minnesota legislative session

MPR News is your source for updates from the 2023 Minnesota legislative session that began on Jan. 3, 2023. Whether you're looking for information about a new law or want an update on state funding decisions, you can find it here.

March 6, 2023 11:20 AM

Here's what a 'gender affirming care' bill would look like in Minnesota

The state Legislature is considering a bill that would make the state a “safe haven” for kids and teens seeking gender-affirming health care.

by Cathy Wurzer, Gretchen Brown, Sam Stroozas and Nicole Ki

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March 6, 2023 4:00 AM

Legislative session nears halfway point with much done and much left to do

Minnesota lawmakers this week are set to hit the halfway point of the legislative session and leaders said they’re set to keep moving forward at full speed.

by Dana Ferguson

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March 3, 2023 1:41 PM

Voting rights restored to 50,000 under new Minnesota law

Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill Friday that allows convicted felons in Minnesota to vote once they are out of prison, regardless of whether they are still on probation.

by Dana Ferguson

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March 2, 2023 2:39 PM

Minnesota catalytic converter theft bill rumbles toward approval

The Minnesota Senate has approved a bill that imposes new criminal penalties and tracking methods around catalytic converter theft. A House vote could send it to Gov. Tim Walz.

by Brian Bakst

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March 2, 2023 2:33 PM

A bi-paw-tisan effort? Lawmakers pitch pet-specific animal board

A bill at the Minnesota Capitol would set up a new board tasked with dealing with cat and dog-related issues.

by Dana Ferguson

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March 2, 2023 10:51 AM

Minnesota could legalize physician-assisted suicide

The proposal would allow adults with less than six months to live to get a prescription from their doctor to help them end their life.

by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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March 2, 2023 4:13 AM

What is gender-affirming health care? 'Trans refuge' bill would help kids get it

Minnesota’s Legislature is considering a bill that would make the state a safe haven for transgender youth seeking gender-affirming health care here. But what exactly is the bill seeking to protect?

by Nicole Ki and Sam Stroozas

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March 2, 2023 4:00 AM

Session fundraising lockdown doesn’t close off all avenues

State lawmakers and their caucuses can’t raise money from certain sources while the Legislature is in session. But lawmakers can — and do — help their parties rake in contributions.

by Brian Bakst

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March 1, 2023 3:14 PM

Politics Friday: Gov. Tim Walz on session 2023 and that big budget surplus

MPR News host Mike Mulcahy talks to Gov. Tim Walz about the state’s budget surplus and his top priorities for the legislative session.

by Mike Mulcahy and Matthew Alvarez

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March 1, 2023 4:00 AM

Lifeline or logistical problem? Paid leave debate unfurls at Capitol

As Minnesota lawmakers put a proposal for paid family and medical leave through its paces, employers try to get a handle on the implications.

by Brian Bakst

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