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Governor Walz Issues Executive Order on Prediction Markets, Updates on Wildfires and Farmfest Visits

8 Aug 2026 8:03 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz issued an executive order to prevent state employees from insider trading on prediction markets. He also provided a wildfire update, noting recovery efforts, and visited Farmfest and the Upper Sioux Community.

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Governor Walz Celebrates Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub, Job Growth, and Wildfire Response

25 Jul 2026 8:02 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz celebrated Minnesota's new Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub, three consecutive months of job growth, and extended a peacetime emergency for northern wildfires, underscoring the state's commitment to environmental innovation, economic recovery, and emergency preparedness.

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Panel Recommends Three Candidates for Minnesota Court of Appeals Vacancy

22 Jul 2026 3:25 p.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz's merit selection panel has recommended John Bowen, Nathaniel Welte, and Heather Wynn for the Minnesota Court of Appeals vacancy. These three judges are finalists to fill the seat left by the Honorable Michelle A. Larkin's retirement.

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Commission Recommends Five Candidates for Minnesota's Seventh Judicial District Vacancies

21 Jul 2026 4:14 p.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

The Minnesota Commission on Judicial Selection has forwarded five candidates, including new recommendations Luke Godzala and Laura Welle, to Governor Walz for two judicial vacancies in the Seventh Judicial District, chambered in St. Cloud and Milaca.

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Governor Walz Extends Wildfire Emergency, Enacts Senior Liquor Law, and Celebrates Top Business Ranking

18 Jul 2026 8:01 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz extended a peacetime emergency for Minnesota wildfires, ceremonially signed a new law allowing alcohol in senior facilities, and announced the state's top-five ranking for business by CNBC.

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Governor Walz Announces $40 Million Housing Aid and Challenges USPS Voting Rule

11 Jul 2026 8:01 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz announces $40 million for housing assistance to 11,000 Minnesota households. He also joins other governors in opposing a proposed USPS rule that could restrict mail-in voting, citing federal overreach into state election administration.

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Commission Recommends Four Candidates for Second Judicial District Vacancies

29 Jun 2026 4:23 p.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Minnesota's Commission on Judicial Selection has recommended Wesley Abrahamson, John Betzler, James Watchke-Koranne, and Devona Wells to Governor Walz for two judicial vacancies in the Second Judicial District, St. Paul.

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Minnesota Judicial Commission Recommends Three for Seventh District Vacancies

22 Jun 2026 5:31 p.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

The Minnesota Commission on Judicial Selection has forwarded three candidates—Marc Hedman-Dennis, Timothy Hochsprung, and Victoria Willis-Gutnik—to Governor Walz for two judicial openings in the Seventh Judicial District, following two retirements.

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Governor Walz Highlights Minnesota's Global Engagement, Social Progress, and Veteran Support

20 Jun 2026 8:02 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz led a trade mission to Austria, celebrated Juneteenth as a state holiday, and signed a veterans bill, showcasing Minnesota's commitment to global partnerships, social justice, and military support.

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Governor Walz Advances Infrastructure, Child Protection, and Historical Documentation

6 Jun 2026 9:03 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz signed a $1.2 billion infrastructure bill, established a council to document historical operations, and enacted new legislation to protect Minnesota children online, marking a week of significant state action.

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Governor Walz Announces Minnesota Court of Appeals Vacancy

2 Jun 2026 2:28 p.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz announced a Minnesota Court of Appeals vacancy due to Judge Michelle A. Larkin's retirement. A panel seeks diverse, qualified applicants for the Sixth Congressional District seat, with applications due June 23.

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Governor Walz Enacts Key Legislation on Land Transfer and Child Online Safety

30 May 2026 8:02 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz signed legislation returning 3,400 acres to the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and strengthening online protections for children. He also announced significant funding for Hennepin County Medical Center.

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Governor Walz Addresses Wildfires, Boosts Healthcare, and Appoints New Supreme Court Justices

23 May 2026 8:02 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz addressed wildfire containment in Two Harbors, celebrated a $205 million bipartisan investment in Hennepin County Medical Center, and appointed new justices to the Minnesota Supreme Court, including a new Chief Justice.

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Commission Recommends Six Candidates for Minnesota's Fourth Judicial District

18 May 2026 5:01 p.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Minnesota's Commission on Judicial Selection has forwarded six candidates to Governor Walz for three judicial vacancies in the Fourth Judicial District, chambered in Minneapolis. The candidates bring diverse legal backgrounds, from assistant attorneys general to public defenders and state commissioners.

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Governor Walz Announces Bipartisan Budget Deal, Advocates Gun Control, and Grants Clemency

16 May 2026 8:01 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz announced a bipartisan budget agreement, continued his push for gun violence prevention legislation, and oversaw an emergency pardon for a Minnesota father facing deportation, marking a period of significant state action.

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