State Government Relations works with state lawmakers, the Governor's Office, state agencies, and other state leaders to advance the interests of the University of Minnesota and its five campuses. We advocate for investments that are approved by the University’s Board of Regents and policies that support the institution's statewide mission.
2027 Legislative Priorities: Investing in Minnesota's Workforce and Economic Future
The University of Minnesota is working to prepare the next generation of talent, drive innovation and strengthen communities across the state. The University of Minnesota's FY 2028–29 biennial budget request to the state focuses on the intersection between the University’s roadmap, Elevate Extraordinary 2030, and the needs of Minnesotans.
Biennial Budget Request
The University's biennial budget request includes $85 million in recurring annual state funding to support targeted workforce investments and statewide operations.
Submit a Legislative Exception Request for Review
The Legislative Funding and Policy Exception Form is for faculty and staff. It replaces informal, ad-hoc channels with a transparent, structured pathway that ensures legislative proposals impacting the University have gone through a review process that ensures strategic alignment and fiscal sustainability.
Contact
Andrew Chelseth
Interim State Director
[email protected]
Focus areas: Agriculture, energy, environment, K-12 education
Keeya Steel
Government Relations Communications Analyst
[email protected]
Focus area: UMN Advocates, fiscal notes, mandated reports.
