State Government

MinnPost analysis: Cities, suburbs helped ensure housing density measures’ defeat despite broad support

MinnPost • April 30, 2024

Amid intense lobbying by cities, a bipartisan coalition's ambitious housing reform in Minnesota collapses, stymied by concerns over local control and zoning laws.

Will a break-in put the brakes on the Minnesota DFL’s state government trifecta?

MinnPost • April 26, 2024

Calculating the odds of status quo, a resignation, a power-sharing agreement and a special election after DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell is charged with felony burglary.

Legislative leaders: Lottery for Minnesota cannabis licenses and head start for growers still being considered

MinnPost • April 20, 2024

Several changes to Minnesota’s recreational marijuana law are likely, leading with questions over retail license distribution and whether supply can satisfy demand.

Are HOAs a roadblock in addressing the child care shortage?

MinnPost • April 19, 2024

A Minnesota House bill would limit a private entity’s (including a HOA) ability to restrict homeowners from providing child care when licensed.

Plans to change Met Council governance on hold

MinnPost • April 13, 2024

Focus of transportation chairs is now on taking light rail projects, some sales tax funding, away from the regional board.

‘Missing middle’ housing bill off the table at the Legislature, for this session

MinnPost • April 10, 2024

Broad support from diverse groups couldn't push Minnesota's "missing middle" housing bill past opposition, stalling efforts to diversify housing in single-family zones.

Proposed child care subsidy program, school districts will not receive major funding

Minnesota Reformer • April 6, 2024

Despite strong support, Minnesota's ambitious child care subsidy program faces underfunding, leaving middle-class families grappling with high costs.

Speech analysis: Walz celebrates Owatonna school, defends trifecta via listicle and pitches Democrats for 2024

MinnPost • March 27, 2024

The substance of the governor’s annual State of the State address was predictable, as were the reactions to it.

DFL pulls police misconduct transparency bill

Minnesota Reformer • March 23, 2024

Minnesota's bill to share police misconduct data aimed for better Brady compliance was pulled due to a lack of consensus among stakeholders.

EP project included in Walz’s $982M infrastructure plan

Mike Wilkinson • March 22, 2024

Gov. Tim Walz's $982 million proposal aims to boost state infrastructure, emphasizing roads, water safety, and a new Eden Prairie project.

Governor signs school resource officer ‘fix’

Minnesota Reformer • March 16, 2024

A bill allowing school officers to use prone restraints, signed by Gov. Walz, amends a 2023 law amidst significant debate and concern for student safety.

In Minnesota’s latest economic forecast, 5 pieces of good news explained

MinnPost • March 6, 2024

Much of the focus has been on state budget politics, but Minnesota’s most recent forecast shows reasons for economic optimism.