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!

Budget for a Better Minnesota

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.