News – Page 138 – Minnesota Senate Republicans

January 13, 2022

Senator Jim Abeler calls on the governor to deploy National Guard members to assist group homes

Senator Jim Abeler (R-Anoka), chair of the Senate Committee on Human Services Reform Finance and Policy, today called on Governor Tim Walz to deploy National Guard members to aid in the staffing shortage crisis in the…

January 13, 2022

Nelson: Prioritize working Minnesotans with state budget surplus

Friends and neighbors, As the New Year unfolds, I am preparing to serve you in the upcoming legislative session that begins on January 31. One of the main debates will be: What should be done…

January 13, 2022

Senator Chamberlain praises Minnesota State School Board Association decision to withdraw from national school board organization

The Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA) announced recently it will withdraw its membership from the National School Board Association (NSBA) after the national organization sent a ‘deceitful and defamatory’ letter against concerned parents to the…

January 12, 2022

Senator Julia Coleman announces Virtual Town Hall

Senator Julia Coleman announced a pre-legislative session virtual town hall for Monday, Jan. 24, from noon to approximately 1 p.m. Carver County Representatives Greg Boe and Jim Nash will also be participating. The virtual town…

January 12, 2022

Kiffmeyer: Commending the service of our law enforcement and helping our National Guard members

Friends and neighbors, On Sunday, Jan. 9, our nation observed a day of recognition of the National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, in support of the great bravery and dedication of our law enforcement officers to…

January 11, 2022

Sen. Howe offers condolences and recognition to fallen local volunteer fire captain

All United States and Minnesota flags at all Minnesota state buildings. will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on January 11, in honor and remembrance of Captain Andy Loso. Capt. Loso died on…

January 10, 2022

Goggin: a preview of the upcoming session

Friends and neighbors, In my last column, I provided a preview of what we were expecting to learn from the state’s upcoming budget forecast on December 7th. This forecast serves as a guide for legislation…

January 10, 2022

Jasinski: a troubling proposal to go easy on repeat criminals

A troubling proposal to go easy on repeat criminalsBy: Senator John Jasinski Friends and neighbors, I hope you and your family had a wonderful, joyous, and safe Christmas and New Year. As you know, public…

January 7, 2022

Senate Republicans Release Redistricting Maps

ST. PAUL, MN – Today Senate Republicans released their proposed maps for the redistricting process. Based on non-partisan metric scores the Senate GOP maps meet or beat House DFL maps in Minority Opportunity District, political subdivisions…

January 5, 2022

Highway 14 a Major Accomplishment in 2021.

I think it would be safe to say that many who read this have had an encounter while driving along old U.S. Highway 14 that you won’t ever forget. It has been a goal for…

January 5, 2022

Kiffmeyer: Prosecutors and judges have a responsibility to keep communities safe

Friends and neighbors, I hope you had a wonderful holiday season with your loved ones. Ralph and I enjoyed taking the opportunity to slow down a little before the new legislative session begins at the…

December 30, 2021

Limmer: Not the role of prosecutors to ignore laws, ‘Transparency in Charging’ will be examined

ST. PAUL, MN – Today Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee Chair Warren Limmer (R – Maple Grove) responded to the Minnesota Police Chiefs Association letter outlining support for “Transparency in Charging” legislation: “Clearly the ‘soft on crime’…

December 29, 2021

Thank You for your Efforts Last Year

Friends & neighbors, After this trying year, I would like to look back on 2021 and thank the hard-working people in our community. First, I would like to thank all the small business owners who…

December 23, 2021

Kiffmeyer: Merry Christmas!

Friends and neighbors, After a couple of years of difficulty, Christmas in 2021 will resemble Christmases of old for the vast majority of us. We are once again gathering with our families, seeing our loved…

December 22, 2021

Rosen to Co-Chair council with focus on funding to prevent crime, reduce recidivism, create safe communities

ST. PAUL, MN – Today Senator Julie Rosen (R- Fairmont) was appointed as co-chair of the Council on Justice Reinvestment, as announced by the Governor’s office. “Serving as co-chair of the Council on Justice Reinvestment is…

December 21, 2021

Senate GOP responds to independent investigation of harassment policy

ST. PAUL, MN – Today, Secretary of the Senate Cal Ludeman notified the Senate the independent investigation into the Senate harassment policy is concluded. The investigation was started after a former Senate DFL employee made…

December 20, 2021

Coleman Named Vice-Chair of Senate Tax Committee

Minnesota Senate Republicans announced that Senator Julia Coleman (R-Chanhassen) will become the Vice-Chair of the Senate Tax Committee during the 2022 legislative session. Senator Coleman served as a regular member of the committee during the…

December 17, 2021

Legislative Update from Senator Ruud

Greetings District 10! MN Association of Soil Water Conservation District’s Legislator of the Year AwardFor her extensive and significant efforts to support SWCDs at the Legislature, the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts…

December 16, 2021

Forest Lake Area Schools return to distance learning—Housley expresses concern, urges solution

It was announced on December 15 that the Forest Lake Area Schools will transition back to distance learning due to a severe transportation staffing shortage affecting bus routes. This period of distance learning began on…

December 16, 2021

Senator David Osmek named Champion of the Suburban Transit Providers by the Suburban Transit Association

Today, Minnesota Senate President David Osmek (R-Mound) was named Champion of the Suburban Transit Providers by the Suburban Transit Association (STA). The prestigious award recognizes legislators that support the organization and engage in a collaborative…