Baker has called for law enforcement to have more authority over fentanyl. In 2021, he voted against a bill to legalize marijuana in Minnesota, citing it as a gateway drug that could lead to the use of dangerous substances like opioids. Baker also said he opposed legalization due to an increase in the use of vaping devices, especially among youth. He voted against legislation sponsored by Representative Matt Dean that would have eliminated MinnesotaCare, a public health care option. Baker sponsored legislation to invest in rural broadband expansion.
