Set an upper age limit of 67 years old for elected officials in the Minnesota Legislature.

 

To guarantee the physical and mental fitness of elected officials, better represent the majority population, and allow

space for future generations to participate in the state legislature.

 

 

Currently the average age of the population in Minnesota is 38 years old, the average age of elected officials in the

Minnesota legislature is 54-56 years old. This is a nearly 20 year age gap between officials and their constituents

which can cause a large disconnect between officials and younger generations. Minnesota has a retirement age of 67, the

retirement age creates work opportunities for younger workers. This could work similarly in the Minnesota legislature,

it would create space for younger candidates to benefit the state. The state retirement age is also in place due to

declining mental and physical capacities in people above the age of 67, a concern for the people elected to run the

state.

 

Elected Officials - individuals chosen by the public through a vote to hold public office and represent the interests of

their constituents

Retirement - the action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work

Constituency - a body of voters in a specified area who elect a representative to a legislative body

Minnesota Legislature - the state’s lawmaking body, consisting of the House and the Senate.

 

No funding necessary.

 

Potential candidates would not be given a platform to run if they would turn 67 during their intended term.

 

Effective at the next election.