Come learn from MLA's Legislative Leadership Team. We'll share a brief Minnesota civics lesson, discuss MN state law affecting to libraries (all things Chapter 134 and more!), preview of MLA's 2025 Legislative Priorities, and provide some election speculation.
Sarah Hawkins is the Assistant Director of Centralized Services for Anoka County Library. She is currently the Co-Chair of MLA's Legislative Committee.
Sam Walseth is the principal lobbyist for MLA, which is represented by Capitol Hill Associates. He has over 20 years of experience advocating for libraries and education.