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Both were priorities of DFL leaders including Gov. Tim Walz, and Democrats hold narrow majorities in the House and Senate. Republicans appear united in opposition, so all DFL senators would need to support the measures. It’s been unclear for months if the party has enough votes.

MinnPost reporters Peter Callaghan and Walker Orenstein will answer your questions about the 2023 legislative session at our next in-person event.

Democrats are resting their hopes on just two gun bills, but do they have the votes?

The only way we can preserve our quality of life is with constant oversight from an independent media that truly insists on the public being served with competent management, full transparency and accountability.

The House tax bill released Monday represents House Democrats' view that wealthy individuals and corporations don't pay their fair share and that any tax relief should be aimed at those at the lowest

The DNR has asked to hike the cost of fishing licenses, boat registrations, park passes and more. That has split even some Democrats who control the Minnesota Legislature given the budget surplus.

Despite setbacks, the mining industry has not given up hopes of establishing a new era of mining in the state to extract nickel, copper, cobalt and perhaps other metals.

One bill would significantly boost Local Government Aid, a subsidy that primarily benefits Greater Minnesota.

The commission is already tasked with scrutinizing the energy mix of must utility companies.

A debate has emerged over whether to pass more regulations on the electricity sector after requiring utilities to be carbon-free by 2040.