Legislative

About the Committee

The Legislative Committee focuses on developing and implementing public policy beneficial to ABE. Working with a professional lobbyist, the Committee develops a state legislative agenda each year, and provides support for adoption by the legislature. The Committee also tracks proposed state and federal legislation and policy, advocating when needed to ensure the interests of ABE in serving learners are protected.

Literacy Action Network membership supports continued statewide delivery system of services through the Minnesota Department of Education that focuses on learner needs and program results. The legislative work of Literacy Action Network is a key factor in effective statewide advocacy on ABE issues.

Meeting Dates for 2026:

  • Friday, May 8
  • Friday, June 5
  • Friday, July 10 (tentative)
  • Friday, August 7 (tentative)
  • Friday, September 11
  • Friday, October 9
  • Friday, November 6
  • Friday, December 11

Legislative Resources

Legislative Meeting Recording

Legislative meeting recorded for October 10th, 2025.

2023 LAN Staff, Salary & Budget Survey

The Legislative Action Committee from LAN presents to you a summary of the 2023 Staff, Salary and Budget Survey.

ABE in Minnesota

This document gives a brief overview that explains the different services provided in Adult Basic Education in Minnesota. Perfect for sharing more about MN ABE…

Adult Basic Education Impact Report

MN ABE is a flexible and adaptive system that is continually evolving to address the rapidly changing environment for skilled labor, economic improvement and literacy. …

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Minnesota House of Representatives

Legislation, Member Information, Committees, and Meetings.

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Scott Helland

Legislative Committee Co-Chair

Kaija Bergen

Legislative Committee Co-Chair