Governor Tim Walz has called a special session of the Minnesota Legislature for Monday, aiming to pass a comprehensive budget agreement that has been negotiated amid ongoing concerns about potential layoffs for state workers. The session is set to address 14 bills in one day, marking a crucial point in the budget process as lawmakers seek to finalize plans for K-12 education funding and other priority issues before deadlines loom. Despite previous delays and missed deadlines, legislative leaders express optimism about completing the budget without further complications. This session follows a compromise reached between DFL and GOP leaders, reflecting ongoing negotiations that have characterized this budget cycle.