Governor Dayton Signs Historic Freedom to Marry Bill
Governor Dayton signs House File 1054/Senate File 925, granting all Minnesotans the freedom to marry.
Gopher Women's Hockey National Champions Day
Governor Dayton officially proclaimed Monday, April 15, 2013 to be Gopher Women's Hockey National Champions Day. Congratulations on a phenomenal season!
Spotlight on Special Education Reform: Dept. of Education Slashes Paperwork for Special Education Teachers
Minnesota's Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius, the state Dept. of Education and Governor Dayton announce reduction of excessive paperwork for special education teachers.
Spotlight on Infrastructure: Building Roads and Connections that Create Jobs
Central Corridor Light Rail Transit construction is 90% Complete. Work crews install catenary poles for wires that will power light rail vehicles along University Avenue in St. Paul
Spotlight on Education: Delivering Better Schools for a Better Minnesota
Governor Dayton visits Franklin Elementary School for Read Across America Day.
Spotlight on Safe Routes To School Program
In 2013, MnDOT and Governor Mark Dayton continue to work towards creating opportunities and educating Minnesotans about safe commutes for children under the Safe Routes to School program.
Spotlight on Technology: Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Launches Award-Winning Mobile Device Application
The Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities has developed a free award winning mobile device application that helps individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders communicate in emergency situations.
Spotlight on Health and Aging: Connecting Minnesota Seniors with Services and Their Community
When Minnesota seniors call the Senior LinkAge Line®: A One Stop Shop for Minnesota Seniors, they will be connected to a live person who will help them with any government service related questions.
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Destination Medical Center Will Create Tens of Thousands of New Jobs
In Rochester earlier this week, Governor Mark Dayton was joined by Speaker Paul Thissen, Majority Leader Tom Bakk, House Majority Leader Erin Murphy, Mayor Ardell Brede, local legislators, and other community leaders in announcing a historic Destination Medical Center (DMC) initiative.
Governor Dayton signs Historic Education Funding Bill into Law
Today, Governor Mark Dayton was joined by legislative leaders as he signed the K-12 Omnibus budget bill – the capstone of a historic session for education in Minnesota.
Budget for a Better Minnesota: Investing in the Middle Class
The budget passed by Governor Dayton and the DFL legislature puts fairness back in the system. It strengthens Minnesota’s middle class and our economy by lowering property taxes and making investments in education and job creation to move Minnesota forward.
Mark Dayton
Governor
Yvonne Prettner Solon
Lt. Governor
Video spotlight
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Governor Dayton Signs Marriage Equality BillMarch 14, 2013
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2013 State of the State AddressFebruary 6, 2013
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A Tribute to Paul WellstoneOctober 25, 2012
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Tax Reform "Fairness"October 12, 2012
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Own Your FutureSeptember 27, 2012
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Lt. Gov Skydives for the TroopsSeptember 26, 2012
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Hastings Bridge DocumentarySeptember 25, 2012
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Central Corridor Light Rail Vehicle ArrivesOctober 12, 2012
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Clean Water Act AnniversaryOctober 8, 2012
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Met Council Teaches Kids About WaterSeptember 28, 2012
