Minnesota lawmakers propose stiffer penalties for "swatting"
Bill would raise the penalty to a felony for 'swatting' elected officials, law enforcement.
New student loan "advocate" will help educate, resolve disputes for borrowers
A new role within the state's commerce department is focused solely on providing help to student loan borrowers, as Minnesotans with debt from their higher education have started repayment after a years-long pause.
Minnesota would tweak cannabis business licensing process under bill at capitol
Rep. Zack Stephenson, DFL-Coon Rapids, the lead author on the bill legalizing cannabis, introduced a catch-all bill Wednesday with changes to the current law that includes several provisions brought forward at the capitol this year.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz highlights DFL "trifecta" achievements, draws contrast with other states
In his roughly 25-minute speech, he highlighted key DFL priorities that cleared the capitol last year — free school meals for all kids, carbon-free energy benchmarks, record education funding and paid leave — and called on lawmakers to do more this session, specifically on gun control.
Proposal would double the number of plants medical cannabis patients can grow at home
Minnesota medical cannabis patients would be able to grow up to 16 plants at home under a bill in the state legislature — double the amount allowed for adults under the new law legalizing marijuana for recreational use.
Business licensing proposal supported by new state cannabis office sparks debate
Regulators and industry members clash over business licensing proposal backed by new state cannabis office
In wake of Burnsville shooting, Minnesota Legislature discusses increasing penalties for straw gun purchases
It's illegal to purchase a gun for someone else who is not allowed to have one, known as a straw purchase. But state lawmakers say Minnesota's laws aren't strong enough to enforce, and penalties should increase.
Minn. House Republicans wanted to loosen restrictions on how to spend $300 million public safety aid
Rep. Jeff Witte, R-Lakeville, in a committee on Tuesday tried and failed to amend a bill requiring reports on how local governments use that aid to include that change.
Bill would increase Minnesota minimum wage to $15 this summer and $20 by 2028
Minnesota's minimum wage statewide would bump to $15 an hour starting this summer and increase each year until it reaches $20 under a plan that advanced in the state Senate on Tuesday.
Minnesota House GOP to pitch rideshare bill as Minneapolis exodus looms
Rep. Elliott Engen of White Bear Lake is introducing a bill that would essentially override Minneapolis' ordinance and prevent any city or municipality from setting their own rules for rideshare driver pay.
Gov. Tim Walz unveils $226 million supplemental budget proposal
The proposal comes as lawmakers have a smaller budget surplus to work with and signs looming of a potential deficit if they aren't careful.
Former Minnesota Senate leader battling cancer urges legislature to require insurance coverage for wigs
Former DFL Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic urges state legislature to consider requiring health insurance providers to cover loss or damages to wigs.
Minnesota Legislature looks to crack down on social media companies and require new safety rules
As Congress debates a bill to potentially ban TikTok, Minnesota lawmakers are considering proposals to crack down on social media companies and make platforms safer for children.
Fix to SRO bill signed into law by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed into law a bill clarifying use-of-force standards for school resource officers, a bipartisan fix to a law change last year that prompted many police departments to pull their officers from school districts.
Minnesota House committee advances bill that would ban book bans in the state
A proposal that advanced out of the House education committee on Wednesday would prohibit public schools and libraries from removing or restricting access to a book or other material "based on its viewpoint or the message, ideas, or opinions it conveys."