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The law makes Minnesota the first state to issue benefits to hourly school workers laid off after the school year ends on a permanent basis.
The Grand Rapids-based Minnesota Deer Hunters Association said Walz's "continued attempts to ban wolf hunting" and his support of "anti-gun legislation" are in direct opposition to its mission.
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a bill allowing marijuana possession for adults, expunging marijuana conviction records and creating new licenses for the substance. It goes into effect Aug. 1.
The new law, signed Friday, bars health care entities from entering into a merger that would create a monopoly

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A spokesman for Burgum confirmed a Wall Street Journal report that the governor is poised to make a "major announcement" on June 7 in Fargo.
DFLers wasted no time after winning full control of state government in November.
It could be up to a year or two before final federal funding is secured, and then construction can begin. That is projected to take three years.
Lyft and Uber say a bill setting a minimum wage for drivers will make costs skyrocket. Uber said it would only offer premium service in the Twin Cities if the bill becomes law.
The bill was a priority this session for DFL lawmakers, who won complete control of state government in November. Business interests warn it will be a burden on taxpayers and businesses alike.
A dozen bills enact signifcant government spending backers say will reduce child poverty and make the state a better place to raise a family.

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Both chambers of the Minnesota Legislature passed what used to be the Keeping Nurses at the Bedside Act late Monday night
DFLers won control of state government in November, and with no Republican Senate majority in the way, have moved swiftly to enact many of their priorities.
Ride-share companies oppose the bill and are urging the Minnesota governor to veto it. Backers say it's crucial to provide a living wage and basic employee protections.

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