Minnesota Earns Top Evidence-Based Honor | Rochester Minnesota News

Rochester Minnesota News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

Minnesota just earned top honors—officially certified platinum by Results for America—for its decade-long commitment to evidence-based policymaking. This prestigious award recognizes the state’s consistent use of data to drive smart, impactful decisions that improve lives. For nine straight years, Minnesota has led the nation in using facts to shape policies like paid family leave, universal free school meals, and a powerful child tax credit. Governor Walz celebrated the achievement as proof of the state’s dedication to being the best place to live and raise a family—where government works…