Capitol Notes

2026 Legislative Session Report

2026 Legislative Session Report

Given the turmoil of the past year and how closely the Legislature is divided, the 2026 Legislature accomplished more than many of us originally anticipated. Legislators ultimately agreed on government anti-fraud measures, limited property tax relief, funding HCMC, a $1.2 billion bonding bill and even a tab fee reduction. There was plenty left on the table however, with legislators taking issues like school safety and gun control to the voters.

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2026 Legislative Video Update: Protecting Minnesota’s Insurance Market

2026 Legislative Video Update: Protecting Minnesota’s Insurance Market

As the sole independent agent representative on the Minnesota Task Force on Homeowners and Commercial Property Insurance, Big I Minnesota’s Jean Sundlof helped guide recommendations away from policies that could have increased premiums and reduced coverage availability. Key areas addressed included long-term market stability, mitigation funding, and concerns surrounding Fair Plan expansion and litigation funding. Learn more about Big I Minnesota’s legislative advocacy initiatives.

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