The month-long stalemate in the Minnesota House has finally been resolved as Democrats and Republicans reached a deal to resume legislative business. Under the agreement, House GOP Leader Lisa Demuth will serve as speaker through 2026, becoming the first person of color to hold the position.
Republicans will chair all House committees for the next month, taking advantage of their slim 67-66 majority. However, an upcoming special election is expected to bring the House to a tie, leading to a co-chairing arrangement between the two parties. Both caucuses issued a joint statement confirming the agreement and promising more details in the morning.
House Democrats had been boycotting the legislative proceedings since the session began, aiming to prevent Republicans from conducting business without their consent. During this time, they continued to work with constituents, draft bills, and collect their salaries. Republicans argued that Democrats should take responsibility for losing a seat due to a court ruling declaring a Democrat ineligible to take office.
With the agreement in place, House Democrats will return to the State Capitol and resume their duties. The resolution of the impasse brings an end to a challenging period of political deadlock, allowing the legislative process to move forward in Minnesota.
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