2026 Legislative Update

Our legislative team breaks down the latest policy developments affecting Minnesota’s lakes, rivers, and the communities that protect them.

These updates also feature conversations with lake-minded leaders who are serving in—or running for—local office, highlighting how township, city, county, and watershed elections play an important role in protecting our waters. With significant legislative turnover expected across Minnesota in 2026, these local elections will have a lasting influence on the future of our lakes and rivers.

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