Walz Raises Governor’s Pay for Future Leaders | Duluth News

Governor Tim Walz is finally getting a raise—his salary jumps from $174K to $200K starting July 1, 2026. He’s held off on raises since taking office in 2018, but now he’s setting a new standard for future governors, ensuring their pay reflects today’s economy—not outdated benchmarks. The move, recommended by Minnesota’s Compensation Council and approved without legislative action, brings the state’s governor pay up to a more competitive national level, while also signaling a thoughtful handoff to the next leader. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/60e59351e7427d20