This inaugural edition takes place Thursday, December 5, and Friday, December 6, in the Minnesota State Capitol. Whether you are a participant, staff, faculty, or guest, we hope to make this event as informative and enlightening as possible.
Thursday, December 5
- 8:30–9:30 a.m. Registration, Capitol Rotunda
- 9:30–10:30 a.m. Opening session, House Floor (House Gallery is open for visitors)
- Convene the Model Legislature
- Welcome and Announcements
- Election of Governor and Speaker
- Adoption of House Rules
- Refer Bills to Committees
- 10:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Committee Hearings — Session 1
- 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch
- 1–2 p.m. House Floor Session, House Floor (House Gallery is open for visitors)
- Messages from the Senate
- Final Passage of Bills
Friday, December 6
- 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Committee Hearings — Session 2
- 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Lunch
- 12:30–2 p.m. House Floor Session, House Floor (House Gallery is open for visitors)
- Messages from the Senate
- Messages from the Governor
- Final Passage of Bills
- 2 p.m. Adjourn Sine Die
We hope the 2024 Metro State Model Legislature is an enjoyable, educational experience for all participants and visitors. If you have any questions or require assistance, please find one of our event staff in the Rotunda. For other questions, contact modellegislature@metrostate.edu.