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Minnesota updates automatic voter registration system after potential issues flagged, but no ineligible voters have been registered.

Minnesota’s new cannabis law, effective July 1, bans smoking and vaping in multifamily housing, except for registered medical users, sparking concerns about enforcement and tenant conflicts.

Under a new law that takes effect next year, Minnesota users can prevent their personal data from being sold to data brokers.

Minnesota’s blackout license plates have surged in popularity since their January debut, with over 130,000 issued by July 2024.

Minnesota’s House race gains national attention as pivotal for shifting control, spotlighted by several political analysts.

In recent hearings, Minnesota’s Legislative Auditor Judy Randall revealed how state agencies often miss clear signs of fraud due to a lack of regulatory mindset, impacting oversight in major programs.

A new Minnesota law prevents officers from using the smell of cannabis as the sole reason to search a vehicle, aligning with a recent Supreme Court decision.

A task force struggled to distribute $500 million in hero checks to Minnesota’s frontline workers, highlighting political clashes and eligibility issues.

Despite bipartisan efforts and near-agreement between tribes, tracks, and charities, Minnesota’s sports betting bill failed to pass before the legislative session ended.

Legislation shifts light rail project oversight to MnDOT, increasing accountability and requiring legislative approval for spending, aiming for improved project management and transparency.