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Legislative Committee
Who We Are
Legislative Committee members are appointed annually from members of the Assembly.
What We Do
The Legislative Committee reviews legislative proposals from Sections and Committees, and makes recommendations to the MSBA Assembly. The Committee provides advice to the Council on lobbying efforts, develops grassroots activity, and oversee member communications. Sections and Committees should submit proposals through the Legislative Proposal Form
Chart of Policy-Making Process
2026 lobbying priorities: The MSBA's lobbying priorities for the 2026 legislative session include passing a variety of updates to improve the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act, passing the Uniform Electronic Estate Planning Documents Act, and opposing any proposals to tax legal services.
Schedule
Meetings take place via Zoom
- September 17, 2025: Session Preview meeting via Zoom, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
- October 31, 2025: Legislative proposals due Legislative Proposal Form
- November 21, 2025: Comments on proposals due
- December 1, 2025: Legislative committee meeting via Zoom to consider legislative proposals and lobbying priorities
- December 4 and 11, 2025: MSBA Board of Governors (Dec. 4) and Assembly (Dec. 11) meetings at which the Legislative Committee recommendations are considered
- February 17, 2026: Legislative session begins
Chair
Prof. Leanne Fuith
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
* Legislative positions remain in effect for six years unless rescinded by further action by the MSBA Assembly.
