This year, we'll have our #MinnesotaStateFair booth in the Education Building. See you soon!

3 MORE DAYS.See you in the Education building! #MinnesotaStateFair

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Did you know there are special capitol tours that you can sign up for? Learn about the artists of the capitol, view the Quadriga under the night sky, or roam the spooky hallways. You can reserve your ticket to any upcoming special tours at:

Thoughts of pronto pups, buckets of cookies and crop art must mean the Minnesota State Fair is just around the corner! We'll have a booth in the Education Building this year--see you in one week!

The 2025-26 Blue Book is here!.Minnesota Legislative Manual or “Blue Book” is a comprehensive guide to Minnesota’s government. Print copies of the Blue Book are available by request. The Blue Book is also available for download online. Learn more at:

Poll workers #HelpAmericaVote! August 12 is National Poll Worker Recruitment Day. Consider signing up to be a poll worker to serve your community and country. Learn how to get involved at:

LOCAL ELECTIONS.Many municipals and school districts have local elections this year which are often determined by far fewer voters than presidential and statewide races. Learn more about local elections at:

As Pres. Johnson signed the VRA into law he called it “a triumph for freedom as huge as any victory that has ever been won on any battlefield.” As we honor the 60th Anniversary, we continue the fight so all eligible voters can vote without discrimination.

Voting Rights Act of 1965.As we celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the VRA this week, Minnesota should be proud of our history in supporting voting rights. All the Minnesota members of Congress were united and voted "YES" to the VRA. To learn more visit:

As we celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, Secretary Steve Simon shares a special video message to commemorate the occasion. To learn more about this landmark piece of legislation, visit:

The Voting Rights Act of 1965.As we approach the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, learn more about Minnesota's support of the Civil Rights Movement:

The Voting Rights Act prohibited racial discrimination in voting and was signed into law on August 6, 1965 during the height of the American Civil Rights Movement. As we approach its 60th Anniversary, learn more about this landmark piece of legislation at:

Notary Renewal period is between August 1, and January 31. Has your commission expired, and you'd like to get re-appointed? Get more information about reappointment after a commission expires at:

Notaries, mark your calendars! The Notary Renewal period begins August 1 until January 31st. You can learn more about renewing your notary commission at:

International Exchange Organizations in Minnesota.Find out more about registered International Student Exchange Organizations (ISEOs) that place foreign students in Minnesota families and schools by visiting:.

Hosting & Studying Abroad.Hosting a foreign exchange student? Looking to authenticate your transcript or other document for foreign use? Visit:

Exploring ideas about studying abroad for college? Find reports on the health & safety of study abroad programs in Minnesota’s colleges and universities as well as links to external resources about study abroad programs.

Interested in studying abroad? Learn about the tools and resources available for students and families that want to participate in study abroad programs. For more information, visit:

Quadriga Starlight Tours in September!.Take a guided tour of the State Capitol and then climb to the rooftop for a rare evening viewing of the gold-gilded Quadriga against a backdrop of the lighted skylines of the Twin Cities. Reserve your tickets here: