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June 24, 2022

Senator Michelle Benson’s statement on Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision

Statement from Senator Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake) on the United States Supreme Court decision in the Dobbs case: “Today’s Supreme Court decision amplifies Minnesota's responsibility to protect the unborn and support all mothers,” Benson said.…

June 24, 2022

Senator Justin Eichorn’s statement on Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision

Grand Rapids, MN – Statement from Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand Rapids) on the United States Supreme Court decision in the Dobbs case: “Today’s ruling by the United States Supreme Court is a huge victory for the…

June 24, 2022

Senator Andrew Mathews statement on Dobbs decision from SCOTUS

Statement from Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Princeton) on the United States Supreme Court decision in the Dobbs case: “I’ve been saying for years that I would see the end of Roe vs. Wade in my lifetime,…

June 24, 2022

Miller statement on Dobbs decision from SCOTUS

ST. PAUL, MN – Statement from Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller on the United States Supreme Court decision in the Dobbs case: “Today is a victory for every unborn child, affirming their life has value and…

June 24, 2022

Update from Senator Ruud

I wanted to send along a few updates… Drought Relief Application Window Now OpenThe Drought Relief Application Window is now open. From now until July 6, Minnesota livestock farmers and crop producers can apply for up…

June 24, 2022

Kiffmeyer: Third Amendment to the United States Constitution

Friends and neighbors, Last week, I wrote about the fundamental right to keep and bear arms that is protected by the Second Amendment, and which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled last week in a…

June 23, 2022

Chamberlain statement on Met Council final decision to not bring controversial bus route to White Bear Lake

The Metropolitan Council recently confirmed it will not bring the controversial Rush Line Bus Rapid Transit Route to downtown White Bear Lake, bowing to fierce, overwhelming public criticism from White Bear Lake residents who did…

June 23, 2022

Jasinski update: Frontline worker bonus pay program, missed opportunity on tax bill

Friends and neighbors – One of the important accomplishments of the 2022 legislature was approving a bonus pay program for the frontline workers who put themselves at extra risk to keep us safe, healthy, and…

June 23, 2022

Draheim: Mental health law among the victories of the 2022 legislative session

Friends and neighbors, Last week, I attended the ceremonial bill signing of a bipartisan mental health package. As the Senate’s lead negotiator of this important bill, I was honored to be on hand for the…

June 23, 2022

Sen. Rarick: The Governor’s Gimmick

If you’ve been following the news recently, you’ve probably seen Governor Walz running around to all the TV stations making a push for a special session and calling for passage of his “rebate checks” with…

June 22, 2022

Senator Nelson: The Importance of Title IX

Friends and neighbors, Today, June 23, is the 50th anniversary of one of the most important laws this country has ever passed. I was part of the first class of girls who benefited from the…

June 22, 2022

Nelson applauds Families First in Rochester for being awarded state grant funding

Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) today applauded Families First of Rochester for being awarded a new round of grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) for community child care providers. “Community child care…

June 21, 2022

Miller: Frontline worker bonus pay update

Greetings from the district, As you may have heard, applications are now open for Minnesota’s frontline worker bonus pay program. The legislature approved these bonuses this year as a way of thanking the men and…

June 21, 2022

Kiffmeyer: Second Amendment to the United States Constitution

Friends and neighbors, Last week, I discussed the First Amendment and the important freedoms that it contains. And this week, I will highlight the Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights. This right guaranteeing…

June 17, 2022

Legislative Update from Senator Ruud

This week feels like summer has arrived—stay cool and enjoy all of the fun activities in our communities! Great Lakes CommissionDuring my time as a Senator, I’ve been honored to serve on the Great Lakes…

June 16, 2022

Miller statement on Leaders’ meetings

ST. PAUL, MN – Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) released the following statement following a series of meetings with Speaker Hortman, Governor Walz, and Committee Chairs to discuss a potential special session: “With a…

June 16, 2022

Senator Limmer backs Juneteenth Holiday

Senator Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove), member of the Senate Rules and Administration Committee, today released the following statement on a bipartisan resolution to recognize and provide Senate employees with an annual paid day off to observe…

June 15, 2022

Sen. Mathews and Rep. Mekeland call on Xcel Energy to stop the closure of the Sherco Coal Plants and preserve Minnesota’s energy supply

Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Princeton), vice chair of the Senate Energy and Utilities Finance and Policy Committee, and Rep. Shane Mekeland (R-Clear Lake) made the following statement today in response to a new grid reliability report…

June 14, 2022

Senate, House Pass Bipartisan Agriculture, Broadband, & Drought Relief Agreement to Help Minnesotans Connect and Compete, Support Farmers

Today, the Minnesota Senate passed a significant bipartisan agriculture, broadband, and drought relief bill to help Minnesota farmers and families. The legislation, authored by Senator Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria), works to expand broadband funding, provide relief to farmers still struggling from the…

June 10, 2022

Rosen: frontline worker bonuses available now!

Friends and Neighbors, This week, Minnesota’s Frontline Worker Pay program opened. This bonus pay is to thank those Minnesotans who worked on the frontlines during the pandemic. These workers took exceptional risks to keep us…