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MCCYN-PLUS: Minnesota Policy Implemented
Demographic Data
State residents include:
1,816 active-duty service members
760 active-duty spouses
1,554 active-duty children
21,669 National Guard and reserve members
9,195 National Guard and reserve spouses
15,352 National Guard and reserve children
Data source: DMDC, Dec. 31, 2023.
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Shane Preston
Great Lakes Regional Liaison
Great Lakes Region
IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI
Mr. Preston became Great Lakes region liaison in 2022. Prior to joining the DSLO, he worked at the Michigan State Capitol. Mr. Preston is a U.S. Marine combat veteran and graduate from Michigan State University College of Law.
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State-Specific Progress on State Policy Priorities and Sub-Priorities
See the latest status on legislation and policies being advanced in this state on state policy priorities important to military families. Find quick access to this state’s regional liaison, along with demographic data for the military community in this state.
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State Policy Priorities 2025
Military Family Access to Quality Family Child Care
HOUSE
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ENACTED
Military Spouse Employment and Economic Opportunities
7/17 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
HOUSE
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ENACTED
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact
Audiology/Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
Cosmetology Licensure Compact
Dental and Dental Hygienist Compact
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Dental and Dental Hygienist Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
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Dietitian Licensure Compact
Emergency Medical Services Licensure Compact
Interstate Massage Therapy Compact
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact
Licensed Professional Counseling Compact
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Licensed Professional Counseling Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Nurse Licensure Compact
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Physician Associates Compact
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Physician Associates Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact
04/29/2021
SF 193
04/21/2021
SF 193
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Social Work Licensure Compact
05/09/2024
Final Legislation
Social Work Licensure Compact Final Legislation
Effective date July 1, 2024 for all listed compacts.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
Respiratory Care Interstate Compact
Concurrent Juvenile Jurisdiction
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
State Support for Military Families With Special Education Needs
0/2 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
Minimize Delays
Reduce Burdens
Open Enrollment Flexibility
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
01/01/2022
Final Legislation
Open Enrollment Flexibility Final Legislation
MN has a program called Statewide Open Enrollment Options. This allows students to enroll in a non-resident district. Nearly all requests for open enrollment in the state are granted.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Defining Armed Forces in State Policy
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SENATE
ENACTED
01/01/1997
Final Legislation
Defining Armed Forces in State Policy Final Legislation
State law defers to the federal definition.
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
.
Military Family Antidiscrimination Status
0/2 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
Employment
Housing
State Response to Military Interpersonal Violence
0/3 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
Recognize MPOs
Increase Peace Officer Responsibilities
Allow Virtual Appearance or Provide Victim Travel Funds
Military Community Representation on State Boards and Councils
0/4 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
Military Affairs
Nutrition and Food Security
Economic and Workforce Development
Early Childhood Education and Childcare
Remote Driver's License and Vehicle Registration Renewal
0/2 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
HOUSE
SENATE
ENACTED
Driver's License
Vehicle Registration
No priorities are currently in this status.
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