MN Senate District 49 Candidate Forum - Sept. 10, 2026

This was a candidate forum held by the City of Eden Prairie on September 14, 2026, featuring candidates running for the Minnesota Senate District 49 seat. The forum provided an opportunity for candidates to discuss their qualifications, priorities, and positions on various public policy issues including healthcare costs, Medicaid fraud enforcement, state taxes and budget, public safety, immigration enforcement, surveillance legislation, artificial intelligence, environmental policies, and school funding. While the discussion touched on budget concerns and the proposed Minnesota constitutional amendment to increase school funding without raising taxes, no specific procurement, contract awards, or vendor selections were discussed. The candidates emphasized fiscal responsibility, fraud prevention in taxpayer-funded programs, and investment in education and public safety. The forum concluded with closing statements and a reminder about the upcoming election and school funding amendment vote.