US States
Minnesota
Not Aligned
1Out of 9
Alignment: Minnesota is one of the most progressive-aligned states, scoring against conservative criteria across nearly every category.
Rating Criteria
| Criterion | Minnesota Position | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Governor & Legislature | Democrat governor (Walz); Democrat trifecta | -2 |
| Abortion | PRO Act codified; abortion through pregnancy | -2 |
| Gun Rights | Red flag law; expanded background checks 2023 | -1 |
| School Choice | No private school choice | -1 |
| Border / Immigration | Sanctuary-adjacent policies | -1 |
| Taxes | Top income tax 9.85% | -1 |
| Election Integrity | Same-day registration; automatic registration | -1 |
| Religious Liberty | Equality Act limits exemptions | -1 |
| Health Freedom | Healthcare mandates retained | -1 |
Sources
Heritage Foundation: State PolicyHeritage Action ScorecardBallotpediaNCSL State LegislaturesDaily WireReutersAP News
Final score: 1/9 Not Aligned. Raw criterion score: -11 (of ±12 possible), scaled to the 1–9 rating system.