Clean Transportation

Clean Transportation
How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared — 2026

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This session featured calm, chaos and a late boost from River Guardians that helped make it a big success for the river. Read more
A collage of scenes from the Capitol this session, featuring FMR staff, lawmakers and partners.
Keeping the river front of mind in Minnesota's climate change plan

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We’ve already seen improvements to the state's climate change plan as a direct result of our feedback, setting up stronger river protections for the years ahead. Read more
A view from above of the Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge
Tell Minnesota: Include river-friendly transportation and farming in the new climate plan

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The current draft isn't bad, some improvements would help ensure clean water for all communities. Read more
Floodwaters encroach on buildings and paths at St. Paul's Harriet Island.
How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared — 2025

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Which Mississippi River priorities passed before the deadline? And which ones had to be handled in a special session? Here's a roundup of what happened. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building exterior with an FMR River Guardians bullhorn in front.. Text says "MNLEG 2025 final update"
How 6 Mississippi River priorities are faring at the Capitol

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We're into the final weeks of the legislative session. Here's the latest on how our priorities for the Mississippi River are faring. Read more
The interior of the Minnesota Senate chambers. Text says "MNLEG25."
Our 2025 legislative priorities for the river

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Even with the uncertainty permeating the Capitol, a lot of our priorities for the Mississippi River this year are in OK shape. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building in St. Paul, with a blue sky and a smattering of snow on the ground. Small text says "MNLEG 2025"
As session ends, new pathway opens for clean-water crops

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We’ll be advocating for critical investments in clean-water crops such as Kernza, as well as more support for the local businesses nurturing their use. Read more
A farmer drives a combine harvester over a field of Kernza. Text over the image says "MNLEG 2024"

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Upcoming Events

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Camel's Hump Park and Open Space, Cottage Grove
Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 7:30am
Along the river in St. Paul
Monday, June 8, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Hastings Sand Coulee Scientific and Natural Area, Hastings