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AG Ellison clears Sanford Health-North Memorial merger after oversight agreement
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points Attorney General Keith Ellison made the announcement, stating that a 10-year oversight agreement had been reached. The merger involves Sanford Health and North Memorial.
A major health system merger has been cleared to proceed. Attorney General Keith Ellison made the announcement, stating that a 10-year oversight agreement had been reached. This agreement ensures certain core services will be maintained.
The merger involves Sanford Health and North Memorial. As part of the agreement, significant investments will be made in hospitals.
Further details about the merger and agreement are available, including the terms of the investment and the services that will be maintained.
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Published: August 28, 2026 ·
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