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MN SF941

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Carla Nelson

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Origin

Senate

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Proposes amending Article IV, Section 4 of the Minnesota Constitution to establish staggered four-year terms for state senators

  • Senators elected from even-numbered districts would serve two-year terms at the first election following a new legislative apportionment (redistricting)

  • Senators elected from odd-numbered districts would serve two-year terms at the last election before a new legislative apportionment

  • Retains requirement for complete re-election of all senators after each redistricting cycle

  • Constitutional amendment question would appear on the 2026 general election ballot for voter approval

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment proposal providing for staggered terms for senators

Last Action

Referred to Elections

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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