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.

DNR may be granted greater inspection authority to combat zebra mussels
Legislation authorizes mandatory inspections at or near water access points. If inspectors find an invasive species, they can require the boat or other equipment to go through a decontamination process.
'Surly bill' wins support of Senate panel
A Minnesota Senate has panel unanimously approved a bill that would allow breweries in Minnesota to sell alcohol at their establishments. The "Surly bill" now goes to a vote in the full Senate.
The controversial check of work eligibility for state employees and large vendors doing business with the state was one of Gov. Tim Pawlenty's executive orders allowed to expire.use