Governor · 2026
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Research checked October 8, 2026 | Edition 10
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Amy Klobuchar proposes stronger reinsurance, a state MNsure tax credit if enhanced federal credits are not restored, and support for small employers offering coverage. Lisa Demuth emphasizes rural availability and cost. Steven Young is the reported Green candidate.
Reinsurance and tax credits need incidence, take-up, premium effects, and a state budget estimate. Rural-care goals require staffing and provider-payment detail. Klobuchar’s federal record and Demuth’s state legislative record should be compared on relevant authority rather than volume of publicity.
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Democratic-Farmer Labor · Ballot status: not independently certified in the selected official extracts
Senator Amy J. Klobuchar • for Lieutenant Governor: former Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer • 22 January 2026: Filed with the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to run for Governor in 2026. 29 January 2026: Announced candidacy for Governor.
Republican · Ballot status: not independently certified in the selected official extracts
state Representative Lisa Demuth • for Lieutenant Governor: Ryan Wilson
Green · Ballot status: not independently certified in the selected official extracts
Steven Young • for Lieutenant Governor: Jane Kirby
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