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 26, 2025 2:00 PM

‘Our voices weren’t listened to’: Republicans now atop Minnesota House aim to redo DFL-passed laws

At the helm in the Minnesota House, Republicans are re-airing their grievances with policies passed under full DFL control, though it's unclear that their proposed changes can make it out of the House.

by Dana Ferguson

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February 25, 2025 2:11 PM

New bills look to track student absenteeism data faster, hopes to find solutions

In 2023, more than a quarter of students missed at least 10 percent of school. Some legislators want the state to reconsider how it’s addressing chronic absenteeism.

by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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February 24, 2025 4:00 AM

In window before special election, House Republicans push for votes on their agenda

With a slim majority, Republicans in the Minnesota House are pushing forward bills that are likely not to pass a floor vote. They hope it will still send a political message.

by Peter Cox and Dana Ferguson

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February 21, 2025 12:00 PM

Politics Friday: Crime, public safety measures drive debates at the Capitol

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst and his guests talk about new public safety bills and criminal justice debates at the Legislature.

by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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February 14, 2025 4:51 PM

Politics Friday: As a Minnesota senator bows out, a GOP lawmaker leans into party agenda

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with four-term Republican Rep. Pete Stauber.

by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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February 14, 2025 4:00 AM

An open Minnesota Senate seat is enticing to plenty but unclear how many will take plunge

Minnesota has its first open-seat Senate race since 2006. Many candidates are giving it a look and both parties say they’re well-positioned to win.

by Clay Masters

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February 13, 2025 6:05 AM

Minnesota lawmaker wants statewide ban on new billboard signs

Sen. John Marty, DFL-Roseville, said the signs detract from the state's natural scenic beauty and pose a safety concern for motorists. Billboard companies say the bill would hurt local businesses and curtail First Amendment rights.

by Kirsti Marohn

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February 13, 2025 4:00 AM

Mobile pharmacy brings meds to Winthrop customers after losing brick and mortar store

Some Minnesota pharmacies are closing their doors because of lower reimbursement rates for prescription drugs and dwindling profit margins — especially for pharmacies with a large customer base on public insurance.

by Hannah Yang