Amy Klobuchar

DFL · Governor, Minnesota
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

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Amy Klobuchar

DFL · Candidate for Governor, Minnesota

U.S. senator (2007–present).

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: abcnews.go.com

Klobuchar was born in 1960 and grew up in Plymouth, Minnesota.

Also running: Lisa Demuth (R) · Steven Young (G)

Where Klobuchar stands

Grouped by topic by Vote Book; headings and quoted words are the candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” items are a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote.

Health care

Lower Costs for Minnesotans

As governor, Amy Klobuchar will work to lower costs that have been going through the roof across the country — essentials like health care, housing, child care, and utility bills. She’ll build on her years of fighting — and beating — Big Pharma to lower prescription drug prices for Minnesotans. She’ll take action to …
Original: amyklobuchar.com/priorities (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Energy & environment

Support Conservation and Outdoor Recreation

Amy Klobuchar is committed to preserving Minnesota's natural resources and protecting the environment. As governor, she will protect Minnesota's natural resources, from lakes and wetlands to forests and farmland. She will promote strategies that protect public lands and wildlife habitat, preserve farmland, reduce …
Original: amyklobuchar.com/priorities (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Crime & public safety

Take on Crime and Support Public Safety

Amy Klobuchar ran the biggest prosecutor’s office in Minnesota for eight years as Hennepin County Attorney, where she made combating violent crime a top priority. She knows firsthand the vital role law enforcement and public safety officers play in keeping Minnesotans safe – and the importance of giving them the …
Original: amyklobuchar.com/priorities (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Jobs, wages & cost of living

Prepare Minnesota’s Workforce for the Future

Amy Klobuchar knows there are many paths to success. As governor, she’ll make sure Minnesotans can get the skills they need to build a good life here at home. She’ll build real on-ramps to good jobs, doubling apprenticeships and workforce training in the trades, health care, public safety, and emerging industries. …
Original: amyklobuchar.com/priorities (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Expand Minnesota’s Rural and Agricultural Economy

Amy Klobuchar knows one-size-fits-all solutions don’t work for rural communities. She and her running mate, former Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer, will expand Minnesota’s rural economy by working with businesses and farmers to grow and produce more products, find new markets, and export to the world. They will work …
Original: amyklobuchar.com/priorities (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Elections, ethics & government

Make Government Accountable and Root out Fraud

We need a government that can carry its weight and match your drive and ambition. Amy Klobuchar intends to transform our state government to be innovative , effective , and accountable . That starts by rooting out fraud and making sure the money coming out of your paycheck is not misspent. It means modern technology …
Original: amyklobuchar.com/priorities (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Key votes as U.S. Senator

The same votes are shown for every member of Congress on the ballot, so records can be compared across states.

MeasureKlobuchar
Laken Riley Act (S. 5) — detain migrants charged with theft/violent crimesNay
GENIUS Act (S. 1582) — stablecoin regulationNay
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) — tax & spending reconciliationNay
Rescissions Act of 2025 (H.R. 4) — cancel foreign aid & public broadcasting fundsNay
FY2026 NDAA (S. 2296) — defense authorizationYea
Continuing appropriations to end the 2025 shutdown (H.R. 5371)Nay
FY2026 consolidated appropriations (H.R. 7148)Nay
Housing supply bill (H.R. 6644)Yea
2026 reconciliation bill (S. 2)Nay

Pulled from official roll-call records · Congress.gov profile & full record.

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