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January 19, 2023

Sen. Rarick: Prioritizing Children and Increasing Accountability

Earlier this week, Governor Walz and Senate Democrats presented plans for education funding throughout our state. The budget presented is full of increased spending in numerous areas, and the creation of an entirely new government…

January 18, 2023

Senator Weber, Senate approve $100 million in tax relief for individuals and small businesses

Last Wednesday, Jan. 11, the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Bill Weber (R-Luverne). The tax…

January 18, 2023

Gruenhagen: Anti-life bills in the Senate

Friends - Of all the dangers posed by complete Democrat control of government, the danger to babies must rank right at the top. The new session is only a few days old, but they are…

January 18, 2023

Senator Mathews: Democrats look to make Minnesota’s energy future more expensive yet less reliable

Friends and neighbors, As the cost of electricity bills skyrocket, Governor Walz and Democrats look to make our state’s energy future more expensive yet less reliable. Senate Democrats recently introduced a proposal that would require 100% of…

January 18, 2023

Senator Bahr, Senate approve $100 million in tax relief for individuals and small businesses

Last Wednesday, Jan. 11, the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Cal Bahr (R-East Bethel). The…

January 17, 2023

Senator Westrom, Senate approve $100 million in tax relief for individuals and small businesses

Last Wednesday, Jan. 11, the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria). The tax…

January 17, 2023

Senator Torrey Westrom sworn in for 2023-2024 legislative session

On Tuesday, Jan. 3, Senator Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria) took the oath of office and was officially sworn in for the 2023-2024 legislative session. Senator Westrom proudly represents Senate District 12, which includes communities in Big Stone,…

January 17, 2023

Miller authors bipartisan Caregiver Stabilization Act to support nursing homes and disability service providers

Minnesota State Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) is coauthoring a bipartisan, comprehensive long-term care workforce support bill that addresses critical short-term and long-term staffing challenges facing personal care assistants, direct support professionals, nursing homes, assisted living…

January 13, 2023

Sen. Rarick: Another week of Session in the Books

As we head into the third week of Session, we’ve already hit the ground running. We’ve passed two bipartisan bills: one that focuses on tax conformity and providing $100 million in tax cuts to Minnesotans,…

January 13, 2023

Senator Dahms, Senate approve $100 million in tax relief for individuals and small businesses

On Wednesday, Jan. 11, the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million. The bill was passed with bipartisan support…

January 13, 2023

Senator Bruce Anderson’s News from the Capitol – Jan. 13, 2023

Friends and neighbors, This week at the Capitol, the Senate unanimously passed a key tax conformity bill to provide more than $100 million in tax relief for individuals and small businesses. This legislation aligns Minnesota’s…

January 12, 2023

Pratt, Senate pass tax conformity bill—providing $100 million in tax relief

Yesterday the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million. The bill was passed with bipartisan support and is…

January 12, 2023

Howe, Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

Yesterday the Senate passed a tax bill that provides more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, and brings Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes. Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville) issued the following statement:“It was…

January 12, 2023

Duckworth Prioritizes Tax Relief for Minnesota Families and Seniors

Yesterday the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million. The bill was passed with bipartisan support and is…

January 12, 2023

Senator Julia Coleman votes for Senate’s significant tax relief legislation

The Senate recently passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Julia Coleman (R-Waconia). The bill was passed with…

January 12, 2023

Senator Lucero, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate on Wednesday unanimously voted to approve a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans. Senate Republicans approved this tax conformity last year. "I’m a strong…

January 11, 2023

Senator Andrew Mathews: Senate passes tax conformity bill, cuts taxes for individuals and small businesses

The Senate today passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Princeton). The bill was passed with…

January 11, 2023

Senator Jordan Rasmusson: Senate passes tax conformity bill, cuts taxes for individuals and small businesses

The Senate today passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls). The bill was passed…

January 11, 2023

Senator Limmer to begin work to repeal government safety net for failed politicians

Former Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson utilized the law to be re-hired at Metro Transit this week. ST. PAUL, MN – Today, Senator Warren Limmer (R- Maple Grove) announced he is examining how to repeal…

January 11, 2023

Senator Miller, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…