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.

Senate kills Vikings stadium study
The Minnesota Senate has provided a boost to a Mall of America expansion while delivering a setback to a proposed Minnesota Vikings stadium.
Pawlenty, lawmakers take action on foreclosures
Gov. Tim Pawlenty announced Tuesday that a federal grant will help the state pay for more foreclosure counselors. Earlier in the day the Minnesota House passed several bills targeting some of the secondary effects of foreclosures.
Hennepin, Dakota Counties approve sales tax hike
Hennepin and Dakota Counties Tuesday joined Anoka and Ramsey counties in raising their sales tax to help pay for public transit. Scott County commissioners rejected the idea.
Senate Democrats turn to checking account, cuts to fix deficit
Senate Democrats offered a deficit fix Friday that would drain the state's checking account and go after the Republican National Convention, E-85 ethanol fuel and other items close to Gov. Tim Pawlenty's heart.