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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.

A Capitol progress report

A Capitol progress report

A bill mandating that Minnesota get at least 25 percent of its power from renewable sources by 2025 has sailed through the Legislature, but lawmakers continue to wrestle with a number of other proposals. The leaders of the House and Senate explain where things stand almost two months into the session.

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A Capitol notebook

News from the Capitol on the state's cigarette tax, booster seat requirements, and ticket-scalping.

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The week ahead at the Capitol

The week ahead at the Capitol

State lawmakers are working on President's Day. Tonight, members of the Minnesota House will be discussing a renewable energy bill. On Tuesday Congressman James Oberstar will speak to a joint committee at the Capitol about transportation. Capitol reporter Tom Scheck joins Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer for a look at the week ahead.
by Tom Scheck

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Smoking at the Capitol

Smoking at the Capitol

One Senate committee will meet to talk about a statewide smoking ban, another will meet to discuss the legalization of marijuana for medical purposes.

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If I were still governor...

If I were still governor...

Former Minnesota Republican Gov. Arne Carlson looks at the tax and spending priorities put forth by Gov. Tim Pawlenty and the DFL-controlled Legislature and explains how he'd do things differently.

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Pawlenty tries to walk fine line on stem cell issue

Stem-cell research legislation that doesn't explicitly restrict the use of embryonic cells would face a gubernatorial veto, Gov. Tim Pawlenty said Monday, two days before state legislators delve into the issue.
by Tom Scheck

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Call-center bill advances at Capitol

The bill requires telemarketers and customer service representatives to identify their location if asked. Overseas call centers would also have to disclose an alternative U.S. contact when requesting personal or financial information.

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