Bill > HF1172

This bill designates Ursa Minor, also known as the Little Dipper, as the official state constellation of Minnesota. By adding a new section to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 1, the legislation formally recognizes this specific grouping of stars, which is visible in the night sky and contains the North Star (Polaris) at the end of its handle. The bill is a symbolic gesture that highlights Minnesota's appreciation for astronomy and celestial navigation, and creates a unique identifier for the state within the broader context of state symbols. The proposed law is straightforward, simply stating that Ursa Minor is now officially associated with Minnesota, similar to how states have official birds, flowers, or other emblematic representations.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1172&ssn=0&y=2025