Committee members debated whether to call on former President Trump to take down a Truth Social repost that promoted conspiracy theories about Minnesota legislators Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman; some members condemned the post, while others refused to issue a formal condemnation.

A transportation committee re-referred House File 37 91 (A3) on March 17 to the Ways and Means Committee after debate over costs and whether Public Safety should review the bill’s operational details; the roll call was 11‑5 in favor.

Senate File 3833, as orally amended to create equal partisan membership, was recommended to pass and referred to the Rules Committee. Sponsors said the bipartisan commission would study threats to legislators and advise on protections; members cited recent threats and supported the change.

Sen. Rasmussen introduced SF3780 to require unredaction of an Optum program‑integrity report paid for by Minnesota taxpayers, arguing legislators need access to policy recommendations; committee members warned that full disclosure could expose actionable vulnerabilities and suggested a moderated approach.

Several commission members said auditing the Legislative‑Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR) raises unique constitutional and separation‑of‑duties issues because LCCMR mixes public members and legislators; OLA cautioned the statutory language and hybrid composition could limit what an evaluation could definitively conclude.

Legislators discuss unresolved budget issues amid negotiations over unemployment benefits for miners.

Lawmakers pay tribute to Mary Murphy's impact on Minnesota's legislative history and community.

Minnesota lawmakers agree on budget targets prioritizing collaboration over ideological battles.

Legislators gather for prayer emphasizing unity and wisdom at Minnesota Capitol session

Legislators overwhelmingly support Murphy's confirmation during recent voting session

Legislators affirm Brad Tapke's representation amid GOP discussions on potential removal and power-sharing issues.

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