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March 18, 2026

Mathews pushes back against Democrat bill to eliminate religious exemptions for MMR vaccine

Minnesota Democrats this week introduced legislation that would eliminate the “conscientiously held beliefs” exemption for the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. In Minnesota, religious objections currently fall under this exemption. Senator Andrew Mathews (R–Princeton)…

March 18, 2026

Draheim: DHS knew about kickbacks in autism program but refused to investigate

The Office of the Legislative (OLA) today released a special review of the Department of Human Services’ work investigating Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) Program for allegations of kickbacks. The report noted several findings,…

March 18, 2026

Koran: DHS falsely claimed it lacked authority to investigate kickbacks in autism program

March 17, 2026

Senate Republicans roll out a plan for safe and smart kids

Senate Republicans today held a press conference to announce their education plan for safe and smart kids. The bills focus on student safety and academic performance in the classroom through both policy changes and funding priorities. “For…

March 17, 2026

New OLA Report shows DHS repeated failures in protecting taxpayer dollars and enabling fraud

The Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) today released a special review of the Department of Human Services work investigating Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) Program for allegations of kickbacks. The report noted several…

March 17, 2026

New OLA Report Demonstrates Failure of DHS to Use Full Authority to Protect Taxpayers and Stop Fraud

The Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) today released a special review of the Department of Human Services' work investigating Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) Program for allegations of kickbacks. The report noted…

March 16, 2026

Draheim introduces bill to expand rural healthcare for mothers and babies

Senator Rich Draheim (R–Madison Lake) today introduced legislation to expand rural healthcare for pregnant mothers and babies. Senate File 3651 would provide a competitive grant program to rural hospitals and higher education institutions to train…

March 16, 2026

Lang: Week 4 Legislative Updates

Friends and neighbors, It has been a snowy weekend here in Minnesota and many of us are still digging out from the storm. Stay safe! Last week I had the opportunity to present a bill…

March 16, 2026

Rasmusson recognized as 'Healthcare Champion' by the Minnesota Optometric Association

Minnesota Optometric Association is proud to announce Senator Jordan Rasmusson as a recipient of the Healthcare Champion Award. This honor recognizes Senator Rasmusson’s unwavering commitment to Minnesotan patients and his work promoting the key role…

March 16, 2026

Draheim: Week 4 Legislative Updates

Friends and Neighbors, It’s going to be a snowy weekend. Plan ahead and stay off the roads if you can. This week I presented a bill to require labeling on cell-cultured meat and poultry. I support innovation, but…

March 16, 2026

Westrom, Senate Republicans force fraud protections into Democrats’ rental assistance legislation

On Wednesday, March 11, Sen. Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria) and Senate Republicans criticized a Senate DFL proposal, Senate File 3596, that would provide $40 million to cover individuals' overdue rent and utility payments. “Minnesota has a…

March 13, 2026

Heintzeman: Senate passes first bill of 2026 session: giveaways for illegal immigrants

Friends and neighbors, On Wednesday, the Minnesota Senate passed its first bill of the 2026 session, a bill providing $40 million in payments to individuals, including illegal immigrants, so they can pay their rent and…

March 13, 2026

Make Minnesota Affordable Again

Make Minnesota Affordable Again by Senator Nathan Wesenberg When people talk about “affordable” states, Minnesota is hardly ever brought up. Believe it or not, at one point, it was affordable to live here, and the…

March 12, 2026

Sen. Miller co-sponsors bill to reduce license tab fees

Legislation would roll back 2023 fee increases, bring real relief to Minnesota drivers State Senator Jeremy Miller (Winona) has signed on as a co-sponsor of Senate File 3669, a bill that would lower license tab…

March 12, 2026

Lieske: The Senate’s first bill of 2026: paying people’s rent and utilities instead of addressing fraud

Friends and neighbors, On Wednesday, the Minnesota Senate passed its first bill of the 2026 legislative session: Senate File 3596, a $40 million bill to pay people's past-due rent and utilities. I voted against it,…

March 12, 2026

Holmstrom slams $40 million Democrat rental aid bill as taxpayer-funded bailout amid Minnesota’s affordability crisis

Minnesota Senate Democrats yesterday passed a $40 million rental assistance bill that would use taxpayer money to cover individuals’ overdue rent and utility payments. Senator Michael Holmstrom (R–Buffalo) strongly opposed the bill. “The “Rent for…

March 12, 2026

Draheim introduces bill requiring clear labeling for cell-cultured meat to boost consumer transparency

Senator Rich Draheim (R–Madison Lake) on Wednesday introduced Senate File 239, legislation requiring clear and prominent labeling on cell-cultured (lab-grown) meat and poultry products. The bill aims to enhance consumer transparency by helping consumers distinguish…

March 12, 2026

Senator Dahms, Republicans force fraud protections into rental assistance

On Wednesday, March 11, Senate Republicans criticized a Senate DFL proposal, Senate File 3596, that would provide $40 million to cover individuals' overdue rent and utility payments. “Minnesotans from across the state are facing an…

March 12, 2026

Lang introduces bill to fund anti-sexual exploitation education program aiming to protect Minnesota youth

Senator Andrew Lang on Wednesday introduced a bill to strengthen public safety and fight sexual exploitation of youth and adults. Senate File 3938 appropriates $125,000 to Citizens Against Sex Trafficking (C.A.S.T.) for its Power over…

March 12, 2026

Republicans force fraud protections into rental assistance; Democrats protect illegal immigrants access to $40 million fund

Senate Republicans on Wednesday sharply criticized a Democrat proposal to provide $40 million to cover individuals' overdue rent and utility payments, saying the bill is the latest example of Democrats ignoring the state's rampant fraud…

Mathews pushes back against Democrat bill to eliminate religious exemptions for MMR vaccine

Draheim: DHS knew about kickbacks in autism program but refused to investigate

Koran: DHS falsely claimed it lacked authority to investigate kickbacks in autism program

Senate Republicans roll out a plan for safe and smart kids

New OLA Report shows DHS repeated failures in protecting taxpayer dollars and enabling fraud

New OLA Report Demonstrates Failure of DHS to Use Full Authority to Protect Taxpayers and Stop Fraud

Draheim introduces bill to expand rural healthcare for mothers and babies

Lang: Week 4 Legislative Updates

Rasmusson recognized as 'Healthcare Champion' by the Minnesota Optometric Association

Draheim: Week 4 Legislative Updates

Westrom, Senate Republicans force fraud protections into Democrats’ rental assistance legislation

Heintzeman: Senate passes first bill of 2026 session: giveaways for illegal immigrants

Make Minnesota Affordable Again

Sen. Miller co-sponsors bill to reduce license tab fees

Lieske: The Senate’s first bill of 2026: paying people’s rent and utilities instead of addressing fraud

Holmstrom slams $40 million Democrat rental aid bill as taxpayer-funded bailout amid Minnesota’s affordability crisis

Draheim introduces bill requiring clear labeling for cell-cultured meat to boost consumer transparency

Senator Dahms, Republicans force fraud protections into rental assistance

Lang introduces bill to fund anti-sexual exploitation education program aiming to protect Minnesota youth

Republicans force fraud protections into rental assistance; Democrats protect illegal immigrants access to $40 million fund

Senate passes bill that drains fund meant to bring in new businesses; bails out political protests and boycotts instead

Koran blasts Walz’s legacy of fraud, tax hikes, and record spending

Senate passes bill to rob fund to bring in new businesses; bails out political protests and boycotts instead

Nelson statement: Senate passes bill to take $100 million from economic development fund to bail out metro political protests

Sen. Dornink: The State of the State

House counterpart for Kreun’s Taxpayer Watchdog bill heads to House floor

Senator Warren Limmer Named One of Minnesota’s Most Effective Legislators by National Center for Effective Lawmaking

Drazkowski: Walz legacy on full display as FBI raids 22 Minnesota fraud sites

Tim Walz: Legacy of Fraud

Gruenhagen: Should welfare recipients need to be drug tested?