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This non-binding resolution symbolically honors the Hortmans and recognizes related nonprofit contributions, offering commemorative recognition without changing policy, funding, or services.
The Minnesota House and state governments receive an official recorded resolution honoring Melissa and Mark Hortman, preserving their public service in the legislative record.
Nonprofit organizations (e.g., Big Brothers Big Sisters) are publicly recognized, which may raise awareness and support for volunteer programs tied to the Hortmans' service.
No direct policy, budgetary, or operational changes—this is purely symbolic and does not provide material benefits to citizens.
Based on analysis of 2 sections of legislative text.
Introduced February 10, 2026 by Kelly Morrison · Last progress February 10, 2026
Declares a moment of mourning and records findings honoring Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman, summarizing Melissa Hortman’s background, public service, leadership roles, policy priorities, community work, and family. The text is purely commemorative and makes no changes to law, funding, agency duties, or deadlines.
Expresses condolences and commemorates Melissa Hortman’s life and public service; contains no legal or budgetary effects.