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Representative Myers proposes Ursa Minor as state constellation; committee lays measure over
Summary
Representative Myers introduced a bipartisan bill to designate Ursa Minor (which contains Polaris, the North Star) as Minnesota's state constellation, framing the measure as a cultural and educational recognition; committee members asked for tribal consultation as the bill moves forward and laid the measure over.
Representative Jamie Myers presented House File 11 72 on March 13 to designate Ursa Minor — the constellation that contains Polaris — as the state's official constellation, describing the designation as a way to honor cultural heritage and navigation traditions.
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