2026 State Legislative Agenda
Summary
The city's priority list for the legislative session starting February 17 — including the arena complex, Kellogg Bridge, cyber attack reimbursement, downtown redevelopment tools, and transit investments. Council feedback now shapes what gets adopted next week.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Apr 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
State funding requests could bring millions for bridges, parks, and redevelopment — while state cuts or inaction could cost the city.
Residents, businesses, and neighborhoods that benefit from state-funded infrastructure, housing, and safety investments.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Policy Committee — April 15, 2026
With about five weeks left in the legislative session, Saint Paul is tracking funding for the River Center complex, West 7th utilities, lead pipe replacement, and the Komozu Big Cat exhibit, plus policy bills on non-fatal shootings and speed cameras. A tied House and slim Senate DFL majority make outcomes uncertain.
City Council — February 11, 2026
The council formally adopted its 2026 legislative priorities to guide its lobbying at the State Capitol.
Organizational Committee — February 4, 2026
The city's priority list for the legislative session starting February 17 — including the arena complex, Kellogg Bridge, cyber attack reimbursement, downtown redevelopment tools, and transit investments. Council feedback now shapes what gets adopted next week.
City Council — January 21, 2026
The new mayoral administration laid out its state lobbying priorities: arena and entertainment district funding, cyberattack cost reimbursement, West Seventh reconstruction, downtown redevelopment tools, and immigration-cost reimbursements. The council gets a final vote February 11.
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