Legislative Session Starts; MMA to Focus on 5 Major Issues
February 19, 2026
State lawmakers returned to St. Paul on February 17 for the second half of the 2025-2026 biennium.
Physicians Sought for Minnesota Drug Formulary Committee
November 13, 2025
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State (OSS) is accepting applications for two open physician seats on the Minnesota Drug Formulary Committee.
The committee reviews and recommends the drugs covered by Medicaid and MinnesotaCare.
One physician should be an actively practicing psychiatrist; the other should specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases.
Send questions about application timelines, special requirements, or amending applications to the board staff members listed on the Office of Minnesota Secretary of State webpage.
Detailed instructions on finding a position, submitting an application, and related information are provided on the Boards & Commissions Help & How To webpage.
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