Third-highest number of Minnesota state legislative incumbents retiring at any point since 2010
Forty-three Minnesota state legislative incumbents are retiring in 2026, marking the third-highest number since 2010 and representing a 115% increase from 2024. The retiring group includes 25 Republicans and 18 Democrats across both chambers. This significant turnover will create numerous open seats in a state with 36 total contested legislative races.
Key Points
- 43 incumbents retiring represents 115% increase from 2024 and third-highest since 2010
- Republicans account for 25 retiring seats versus 18 for Democrats
- Retirements split between 26 state representatives and 17 state senators