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.

February 22, 2013 6:51 AM

Photos: Scenes from the Senate gun hearing

During a Senate committee hearing Thursday at the Capitol, some activists spoke out passionately against a proposal to require background checks for nearly all gun sales, while others demanded curbs as a way to combat gun violence.

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February 21, 2013 3:00 PM

What's next for the same-sex marriage debate?

Legislation that would allow same-sex marriage in Minnesota appears to be moving forward. On Sunday, state Sen. Scott Dibble, D-Mpls, told WCCO that he plans to introduce a bill this week.

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February 21, 2013 2:37 PM

Lawmakers seek alternatives to some of Dayton's tax ideas

Reaction to Dayton's proposed re-tooling of sales taxes, income taxes and property taxes has been mostly lukewarm, even among his fellow Democrats. Some are already looking at possible options.

by Tim Pugmire

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February 21, 2013 11:28 AM

Traffic camera bill hits a red light at Minnesota House

A bill that would allow cities to install cameras designed to catch red light runners at intersections hit a red light of its own in a House committee.

by Tom Scheck

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February 21, 2013 11:20 AM

Gun control hearings at Capitol will not include the most controversial proposals

A state legislator says a second round of gun control hearings at the state Capitol starting Thursday will not include discussion of the most controversial proposals. Earlier this month, hundreds of people listened to testimony on the merits of several bills aimed at curbing gun violence. Some legislators want to focus on proposals that are less polarizing and have the most potential to become law.

by Brandt Williams

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February 21, 2013 8:31 AM

Changes to Minn. gun laws up for discussion in Senate

Ron Latz, Democratic chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, will join us to talk about today's hearings on proposed changes to Minnesota's gun laws.

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February 20, 2013 3:06 PM

Mayors: Dayton budget will keep property taxes down

Mayors from St. Paul, St. Cloud and several metro area suburbs say Gov. Mark Dayton's proposed budget will help them maintain services without a property tax hike.

by Curtis Gilbert

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February 20, 2013 10:35 AM

Early Minn. voting options explored

Minnesota is among a dwindling number of states without in-person early voting. The state's absentee voting process still requires people to meet one of a handful of legitimate excuses.

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February 20, 2013 9:01 AM

Minn. lawmakers urged to rethink year-old teacher test law

Teachers and school administrators across Minnesota are asking lawmakers to rethink a law they passed last year that was aimed at producing higher-quality teachers.

by Tom Weber

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February 19, 2013 5:28 PM

Lawmakers take first look at Dayton's school funding plan

State lawmakers have begun scrutinizing DFL Gov. Mark Dayton's spending plan for public education, which was the first piece of his budget proposal to be introduced in bill form. During a House committee hearing Tuesday, the chief sponsor of the bill mostly praised the governor's approach. But he also said he has some disagreements.

by Tim Pugmire

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