All statesGeneral election · November 3, 2026
Minnesota
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Ballot measure · CertifiedAmendment 1: Increasing funding to school districts
This measure would change the Minnesota Constitution so more money from the permanent school fund goes to all school districts. The change would take effect July 1, 2027, if voters approve it.
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Amendment 1: Increasing funding to school districts
This measure would change the Minnesota Constitution so more money from the permanent school fund goes to all school districts. The change would take effect July 1, 2027, if voters approve it.
Official ballot wording
Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to increase the funding going to all school districts from the permanent school fund, which is a fund that supports school districts without raising individual income or property taxes, effective July 1, 2027? Yes No
A YES vote would approve the constitutional amendment and allow the change to the permanent school fund distribution rule.
A NO vote would reject the constitutional amendment and leave the current constitutional language unchanged.
Financial impact
No official fiscal impact statement for this ballot measure was found in the official sources reviewed.
Supporters’ strongest case
The official sources reviewed do not include supporter statements. Based on the official ballot text and session law, supporters would likely emphasize that the measure directs more permanent school fund money to school districts and says it would do so without raising individual income or property taxes.
Opponents’ strongest case
The official sources reviewed do not include opponent statements. Based on the official ballot text and session law, opponents would likely focus on the fact that the constitutional change would alter the current permanent school fund distribution policy and could reduce flexibility for future lawmakers.
Key facts
- Minnesota Secretary of State says there will be one proposed constitutional amendment on the 2026 general election ballot.
- The amendment would change article XI, section 8 of the Minnesota Constitution.
- The ballot question says the change would increase funding to all school districts from the permanent school fund.
- The ballot question says the change would be effective July 1, 2027.
- Minnesota law requires a majority of all voters voting in the election to ratify a constitutional amendment.
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OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State — Constitutional amendments↗OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State — What's On My Ballot↗OfficialMinnesota Session Laws 2026, Chapter 114 (H.F. No. 3900)↗OfficialMinnesota Constitution↗Federal race · CertifiedU.S. Senate: United States Senator
This office votes on federal laws, the federal budget, treaties, and confirmations of presidential appointees and judges.
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U.S. Senate: United States Senator
This office votes on federal laws, the federal budget, treaties, and confirmations of presidential appointees and judges.
What this office does
Represents Minnesota in the U.S. Senate and helps write and vote on federal law, federal spending, treaties, and Senate confirmations.
Financial impact
No official fiscal estimate was located.
Supporters’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Opponents’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Key facts
- Official candidate finder lists the U.S. Senate race for the November 3, 2026 state general election.
- The source page is the Minnesota Secretary of State candidate finder.
- Only candidates shown on the official candidate list are included here.
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OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State Candidate Filings↗Statewide race · CertifiedGovernor & Lt Governor: Governor and Lieutenant Governor
This office runs state government, prepares the state budget, and carries out state laws.
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Governor & Lt Governor: Governor and Lieutenant Governor
This office runs state government, prepares the state budget, and carries out state laws.
What this office does
Leads Minnesota’s executive branch, proposes a budget, and oversees state agencies and law enforcement priorities.
Financial impact
No official fiscal estimate was located.
Supporters’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Opponents’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Key facts
- The official candidate list groups governor and lieutenant governor together as a single ticket.
- Minnesota voters elect this ticket statewide.
- The Secretary of State candidate finder is the official source used here.
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OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State Candidate Filings↗Statewide race · CertifiedSecretary of State: Secretary of State
This office runs elections, keeps state business records, and handles many filings for businesses and candidates.
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Secretary of State: Secretary of State
This office runs elections, keeps state business records, and handles many filings for businesses and candidates.
What this office does
Oversees elections administration, voter services, and state business filings.
Financial impact
No official fiscal estimate was located.
Supporters’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Opponents’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Key facts
- The official candidate list shows five candidates for Secretary of State.
- This is a statewide office on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
- The Secretary of State candidate finder is the official source used here.
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OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State Candidate Filings↗Statewide race · CertifiedState Auditor: State Auditor
This office reviews how local governments spend public money and reports whether the money was used properly.
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State Auditor: State Auditor
This office reviews how local governments spend public money and reports whether the money was used properly.
What this office does
Audits local government finances and helps the public track how tax dollars are spent.
Financial impact
No official fiscal estimate was located.
Supporters’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Opponents’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Key facts
- The official candidate list shows five candidates for State Auditor.
- This is a statewide office on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
- The Secretary of State candidate finder is the official source used here.
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OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State Candidate Filings↗Statewide race · CertifiedAttorney General: Attorney General
This office is the state’s top lawyer. It represents Minnesota in court and enforces some state laws.
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Attorney General: Attorney General
This office is the state’s top lawyer. It represents Minnesota in court and enforces some state laws.
What this office does
Serves as Minnesota’s chief legal officer and represents the state in legal matters.
Financial impact
No official fiscal estimate was located.
Supporters’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Opponents’ strongest case
No sourced argument was located.
Key facts
- The official candidate list shows three candidates for Attorney General.
- This is a statewide office on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
- The Secretary of State candidate finder is the official source used here.
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OfficialMinnesota Secretary of State Candidate Filings↗Last checked September 3, 2026 at 12:00 AM. AI-drafted from official election sources. Always confirm your sample ballot with your state or local election office.