Minnesota Legislative Events

Minnesota Senate passes SF4511 banning prediction market wagers

Minnesota Senate passes SF4511 banning prediction market wagers

Firearms regulation on public postsecondary institution campuses

The Minnesota Senate passed SF4589, legislation regulating the carrying of firearms by visitors on public postsecondary institution campuses. The bill was sponsored by Senators Bonnie Westlin and Doron Clark and passed during the 94th Legislature 2025-2026 session on March 18, 2026.

State Employee Grant Employment Restriction

Minnesota Senate passed SF4640, prohibiting state employees and legislators from taking employment with grant recipients under certain circumstances. The bill, introduced in the 94th Legislature 2025-2026 session, passed through the Labor Committee after referral from State and Local Government.

Employment Electronic Monitoring Regulation

The Minnesota Senate passed SF 4686, establishing new requirements for employers regarding electronic monitoring of employees. The law requires employers to disclose to employees which electronic monitoring tools are being used and how data is collected. Sponsored by Senators Erin Maye Quade and Jen McEwen, the bill takes effect August 1, 2025.

Employment AI Automated Decision Systems Regulation

The Minnesota Senate passed SF4689, legislation regulating the use of automated decision systems and artificial intelligence in employment settings. The bill, sponsored by Senators Erin Maye Quade and Jen McEwen, establishes new requirements for employers using algorithmic tools in hiring, promotion, and termination decisions. The legislation advanced through the Labor and State and Local Government committees during the 94th Legislature.

Human Services Systems Steering Committee establishment

The Minnesota Senate passed SF4719 on March 23, 2026, establishing the Human Services Systems Steering Committee to coordinate and guide human services policy across state agencies. The bipartisan bill, sponsored by Senators Wiklund, Koran, Kupec, Port, and Abeler, passed through committee referrals to Health and Human Services, State and Local Government, and Rules and Administration before final passage.

Attorney General Responsibilities Specification in Civil Law Enforcement Actions

Minnesota Senate Bill SF4769 passed the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee. The bill specifies responsibilities for the Attorney General in civil law enforcement actions within the state's civil law framework. Sponsored by Sen. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D), the legislation is part of the 94th Legislature 2025-2026 session.

Noncommercial radio station grants eligibility modifications

The Minnesota State Senate passed SF4889, modifying eligibility criteria for noncommercial radio station grants and making an appropriation for such grants. The bill was introduced by Sen. Heather Gustafson (D) and passed through the State and Local Government and Finance committees during the 94th Legislature (2025-2026).