Minnesota lawmakers have reached a bipartisan power-sharing agreement in the state House after a political stalemate in the closely divided legislative body. The agreement gives Republicans control of the speakership in the House, with Democrats securing assurances that their members will not be blocked from being seated and that power will be shared if the chamber returns to a tie after a special election next month. The House has been unable to conduct business for three weeks due to a lack of quorum, as both Democrats and Republicans hold an equal number of seats. The agreement includes provisions for how committees will be co-chaired and how legislation will be advanced in a tied chamber. Democrats are pleased that the will of the voters will be protected and that Rep. Brad Tabke will be seated. Republicans see the agreement as a way to push for their legislative priorities, including fiscal responsibility, public safety, and government accountability. With Democrats narrowly controlling the state Senate and the governorship, the power-sharing agreement in the House will allow for a more bipartisan session in Minnesota.
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