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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.
Regional Liaison
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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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Emeritus Priorities
Medicaid Waivers
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ENACTED
Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
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ENACTED
Military Spouse Teacher Certification
0/3 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
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ENACTED
Expediting Applications
Temporary Licensing
Improving Endorsements
Veteran Hiring Protection
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SENATE
ENACTED
Purple Star Schools Program
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SENATE
ENACTED
02/15/2024
SF 3567
05/21/2024
Final Legislation
Purple Star Schools Program Final Legislation
Creates the Purple Star Program
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
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Service Member Licensure and Credit
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SENATE
ENACTED
05/16/2014
HB-3172
04/17/2013
SB-1236
05/20/2014
Final Legislation
Licensure and Academic Credit for Separating Service Members Final Legislation
Provides licensing credit for military experience. Article 4 Section 14
For more information,
view the full legislative or policy details
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Advance Enrollment
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ENACTED
In-State Tuition Continuity
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SENATE
ENACTED
Virtual School Enrollment
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SENATE
ENACTED
Pro Bono Representation
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SENATE
ENACTED
State Response to Military Interpersonal Violence
0/3 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
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ENACTED
Recognize MPOs
Increase Peace Officer Responsibilities
Allow Virtual Appearance or Provide Victim Travel Funds
Ask the Question Campaign
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SENATE
ENACTED
Remote Driver's License and Vehicle Registration Renewal
0/2 Sub-priorities passed
SUB-PRIORITIES
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Driver's License
Vehicle Registration
No priorities are currently in this status.
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