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May 20, 2022

Legislative Update from Senator Ruud

The Legislature needs to wrap up business for the legislative session by 11:59pm Sunday, May 22, 2022—it will be a working weekend at the Capitol. The remaining decisions pertain to how the state should appropriate…

May 19, 2022

Senator Miller applauds economic development grant for Winona Chamber of Commerce

Minnesota’s Department of Employment and Economic Development recently announced the second round of awards for its Main Street Economic Development Program, which includes a grant for the Winona Area Chamber of Commerce. “The Winona Area…

May 19, 2022

Senate Finance Committee approves Chamberlain bill to legalize sports wagering in Minnesota

The Minnesota Senate’s Finance Committee today approved a groundbreaking bill by Senator Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes) to legalize sports wagering in Minnesota. “It’s long past time to legalize sports wagering in Minnesota,” Chamberlain said. “This…

May 18, 2022

Miller legislative update: Budget agreement reached!

05/18/2022Greetings from the Capitol,It’s crunch time here at the Capitol as we move through the last week of the 2022 legislative session. The week kicked off with the announcement of a bipartisan end of session…

May 18, 2022

Ruud’s Legacy Bill Funds Lessard-Sams Conservation Projects

Yesterday with broad bipartisan support, the Minnesota Senate passed the annual Legacy bill authored by Senator Carrie Ruud (R-Breezy Point) that funds Lessard-Sams project recommendations. This bill appropriates $159 million to the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage…

May 18, 2022

Howe legislation removes 12-year limit on Minnesota National Guard reenlistment bonuses

With unanimous support, the Minnesota Senate yesterday passed key legislation that authorizes members of the Minnesota National Guard who have more than 12 years of service to be eligible for reenlistment and commissioning bonuses. Authored by Senator Jeff…

May 16, 2022

Senate Unanimously Approves Duckworth Bill Helping Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District

Today with unanimous support, the Minnesota Senate passed key legislation authored by Senator Zach Duckworth (R-Lakeville) that allows the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District much needed flexibility regarding their property. After paying any related debts, it allows for funds to be deposited into the…

May 13, 2022

Kiffmeyer: Stable, Increased Funding for Roads and Bridges, and Support for Minnesota Veterans

Friends and neighbors, Our roads and bridges serve as essential infrastructure that allow Minnesotans to get around every day and even if you don’t drive, goods and services need roads. To ensure stable and ongoing…

May 13, 2022

Senator Bruce Anderson’s News from the Capitol – May 13, 2022

Friends and neighbors, Throughout the legislative session, I have consistently provided updates on key legislation passed by Senate Republicans to get Minnesota on the right track. My colleagues and I recently approved an important public…

May 13, 2022

Legislative Update from Senator Ruud

The 2022 legislative session is set to adjourn in less than two weeks… here is a look at this past week. Senate Passes Tax Relief to Help with Rising Costs & Burdensome Taxes Fresh off passing…

May 12, 2022

Rosen: Minnesota Senate Passes Tax Relief To Help Minnesotans Struggling With Rising Costs And Burdensome Taxes

Fresh off passing the largest tax cut in state history last month, Minnesota Senate Republicans on Wednesday approved a second round of historic tax relief for working families, retirees, and small businesses. The bill includes…

May 12, 2022

Rarick: Senate Continues Push to Cut Taxes and Help Minnesotans Struggling with Rising Costs and Burdensome Taxes

(St. Paul, MN) -- Fresh off passing the largest tax cut in state history last month, our caucus today approved a second round of historic tax relief for working families, retirees, and small businesses. The…