Minnesota SF2549 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow local political subdivisions to lower the voting age to 16 for local elections.

Minnesota SF2549 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow county, municipality, or school district governing bodies to lower the voting age to 16 for local elections. The amendment requires voter registration applications to include specific information and certifications. If adopted, the amendment would allow 16-year-olds to vote in local elections in jurisdictions that adopt the resolution, while maintaining other voter eligibility requirements. The amendment will be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election.

Minnesota SF2549 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow local political subdivisions to lower the voting age to 16 for local elections.

Minnesota SF2549 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow county, municipality, or school district governing bodies to lower the voting age to 16 for local elections. The amendment requires voter registration applications to include specific information and certifications. If adopted, the amendment would allow 16-year-olds to vote in local elections in jurisdictions that adopt the resolution, while maintaining other voter eligibility requirements. The amendment will be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election.