Legislative Update

The 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session began on February 17, 2026, and will adjourn on May 18, 2026.  Annually, Ramsey adopts Legislative Priorities, which provides staff direction to advocate for these priorities to lawmakers.  Below is a summary of bills that have been introduced specific to Ramsey.  Other bills not specific to Ramsey, but which may be of interest are also provided.

Mississippi River Crossing
This is a joint effort between the cities of Champlin, Dayton, Maple Grove and Ramsey.  The cities have met with lawmakers to discuss legislation requesting funding for a Tier 1 and 2 EIS.  No bill has been introduced at this point.

HF3642 Prohibition of Virtual Currency Kiosks
This bill would prohibit the placement and operation of virtual currency kiosks in Minnesota.

• Recently, the City of Ramsey has reviewed options to regulate these devices as fraud cases are increasing year over year related to these types of kiosks.  With this legislation introduced, staff will pause bringing forward a Ramsey specific ordinance as it would not be required should state legislation be passed in its current draft language.

HF3895/SF4123 Limits Zoning Authority of Local Governments
This bill models language introduced in previous years that would limit a city's ability to regulate housing developments.  Provisions of the law would require increased density, limit bulk standards and require administrative approval of new developments circumventing the previous way which required public comment periods.

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This case is for informational purposes only.  Staff are available to answer any questions, but do not plan to review each item in detail.