News - Minnesota Senate Republicans

August 7, 2026

Holmstrom to bring accountability, pragmatic solutions to Human Services Systems Commission

Senator Michael Holmstrom (R–Buffalo) today was appointed to the Legislative Commission on Human Services Systems. The LCHSS will provide legislative oversight, monitoring, and recommendations regarding a comprehensive modernization of Minnesota’s human services systems, from financing…

August 6, 2026

Senator John Jasinski named Legislator of Distinction by the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities

Minnesota State Senator John Jasinski (Faribault) was honored by the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) on Thursday, July 23 as one of the organization’s Legislators of Distinction for 2026. “I am so grateful to…

August 5, 2026

Weber recognized as a 2026 Legislator of Distinction by the League of Minnesota Cities

The League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) recently recognized Senator Bill Weber (R-Luverne) as a 2026 Legislator of Distinction. This award is presented to legislators who aided the efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s…

August 5, 2026

Weber receives Minnesota Legacy Award from the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities

State Sen. Bill Weber (R-Luverne) has been named a recipient of the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities' (CGMC) Minnesota Legacy Award. The award recognizes retiring legislators who have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to Greater Minnesota…

August 5, 2026

Westrom applauds Appleton prison reopening

State Senator Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria) today applauded the announcement that the Appleton correctional facility will reopen under a federal contract, bringing back great jobs and economic opportunity to Senate District 12 and West Central Minnesota.…

August 3, 2026

Senator Dahms receives legacy award

On July 23, the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) hosted a Legislative Awards dinner recognizing city officials and legislators for their advocacy and contributions to Greater Minnesota throughout the 2026 legislative session and their…

August 3, 2026

Rasmusson named Minnesota’s most effective Republican freshman state senator

Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) has been recognized as the most effective Republican freshman state senator in Minnesota and one of the state’s most effective legislators during the 93rd Legislature by the Center for Effective Lawmaking (CEL).…

August 3, 2026

Sen. Abeler calls for employee retention program to protect mental healthcare transition

Sen. Jim Abeler (R-Anoka) is calling on state officials to create an employee retention program to help experienced Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE)–Anoka employees remain on the job as services transition to the Anoka Metro…

July 29, 2026

Farnsworth statement on updates to NorthMet Project

Today NewRange Copper and Nickel announced it has reached a key step with the NorthMet Project by submitting an updated Clean Water Act Section 404 wetland permit application to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers…

July 17, 2026

Holmstrom: Democrats choose child sex abuser over Minnesota families

Friends and neighbors, This will be my last email newsletter until after the election. Because it’s an election year, campaign laws prohibit me from sending mass mailings after July 17. I’m still allowed to post…

July 16, 2026

Rasmusson awarded prestigious Bronze Axe by Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters

Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) was recognized by the Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters Association (MPFF) as a recipient of the prestigious Bronze Axe. The award recognizes Rasmusson’s leadership in supporting Minnesota firefighters and strengthening their…

July 8, 2026

Draheim: Healthcare costs keep rising and Minnesota needs to get serious about fixing it

By Senator Rich Draheim A recent report showed that health insurance rates on MNsure could rise by double digits again next year. If the rate hike is approved by regulators, these increases would add to…

July 2, 2026

Coleman: Walz pardon of child rapist puts politics over public safety

Senate Republican Assistant Leader Julia Coleman (Waconia) denounced the actions of the Minnesota Pardon Board, including Governor Tim Walz and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, for pardoning illegal immigrants convicted of violent crimes to help…

July 1, 2026

Senator Michael Holmstrom: Independence Day offers two visions of America

As we approach Independence Day, I'm reminded that June has revealed two very different visions of what deserves our attention. One vision tells us to celebrate ourselves, define our own truth, and place personal identity at the center of…

June 30, 2026

Gruenhagen: Hold Gov. Walz and AG Ellison accountable!

Friends and neighbors, The U.S. House recently issued a 200-page report that implicates Gov. Walz and A.G. Ellison, concluding that both men knew about widespread fraud and chose to do nothing about it for years.…

June 30, 2026

Sen. Nelson celebrates U.S. Supreme Court ruling protecting girls sports

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled today that states can ban transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports, upholding laws in Idaho and West Virginia in a 6-3 decision that touches more than two dozen states…

June 26, 2026

Celebrating America’s 250th

Celebrating America’s 250th by Senator Jason Rarick The Fourth of July is an incredible holiday – it’s often a time we get together with friends and family, watch fireworks, barbecue, and enjoy a well-deserved break…

June 26, 2026

Sen. Koran to help oversee new Inspector General’s office aimed at combating fraud

Senator Mark Koran (R–North Branch) was appointed this week to the Legislative Inspector General Advisory Commission. The commission will make recommendations to the governor on the appointment of the inspector general and conduct hearings to…

June 25, 2026

Rasmusson advances anti-fraud reforms in the 2026 session

Minnesota took significant steps to combat fraud and safeguard taxpayer dollars during the 2026 legislative session. Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R–Fergus Falls) authored and supported several anti-fraud measures that were enacted into law. These reforms strengthen…

June 25, 2026

250 years of freedom: The story of a Nation under God

Friends and neighbors, Every July 4th, we celebrate freedom. In 2026, we mark 250 years since the American colonies declared independence from Great Britain through the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,…