News – Page 156 – Minnesota Senate Republicans

December 22, 2020

Senator Jasinski receives full committee assignments; will serve as chair of Local Government Committee, as well as on Capital Investment, Higher Education, Property Taxes, and Transportation Committees

The Minnesota Senate on Monday announced committee assignments for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session. In addition to serving as chairman of the Senate Local Government Committee, Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) will once again serve as…

December 22, 2020

In addition to chairing Senate Jobs Committee, Senator Pratt will serve on committees on Finance, State Government, Redistricting, and Bonding

The Minnesota Senate today announced committee assignments for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session. In addition to serving as chairman of the Senate Jobs and Economic Growth Committee, Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) will serve as…

December 22, 2020

Coleman Secures Committee Assignments Vital to Carver County

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senator-elect Julia Coleman (R-Chanhassen) announced her committee assignments for the 2021-2022 session today. She will serve on the Tax Committee, Transportation Committee, Education Committee, and the Sub-Committee on Metropolitan Governance. “I…

December 22, 2020

Dornink Secures Committee Assignment on Capital Investment, Ag, Labor, and Human Services Licensing Committees

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Today, Senator-Elect Gene Dornink (R- Hayfield) announced his committee assignments for the upcoming legislative session. In his first session, Dornink will serve on the Capital Investment Committee, Agriculture Committee, and two newly…

December 21, 2020

Senate Republicans Release Committee Assignments

(ST. PAUL, MN) –Today Senate Republicans released committee assignments for members, as well as two Independent Caucus members. RulesChair: GazelkaJohnsonLimmerMillerNewmanWeberBakkFinanceChair: RosenBensonIngebrigtsenKiffmeyerJohnsonPrattTaxes Chair: Nelson Chamberlain Miller Weber Coleman Bakk HHS Chair: Benson Abeler Draheim Koran Rosen Nelson State Government and Elections Chair: Kiffmeyer Howe Koran Pratt Osmek Human Services Reform Chair: Abeler Benson Nelson Utke Housley Gov’t Tech & Reform Chair: Koran Draheim Osmek Westrom Judiciary &…

December 18, 2020

Statement from Pegi Broker-Relph and Leader Gazelka on the passing of Senator Jerry Relph

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Pegi Broker-Relph released the following statement following the passing of her husband, State Senator Jerry Relph: “I’m heartbroken to share that my husband, Jerry Relph, has passed away and entered his heavenly home.…

December 18, 2020

Senator Newman statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules in January

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards in January. Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson), chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, issued the following statement. “This…

December 18, 2020

Senator Goggin statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards. Senator Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing) issued the following statement: “Minnesotans care about the environment, but this is…

December 18, 2020

Senator Nelson statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards. Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester), issued the following statement: “In principle, the effort to get more low-emission cars…

December 18, 2020

Senator Mathews statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards. Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Princeton) issued the following statement: “This is bad policy being implemented the wrong way:…

December 18, 2020

Senator Newman statement on overwhelming constituent feedback: ‘people are angrier, more frustrated, more upset, and more desperate than I can ever remember’

Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson) today issued the following statement regarding the overwhelming volume of constituent feedback he has received recently about the governor’s shutdown order. “I have received a lot of emails during my time…

December 18, 2020

Senator Rosen’ Latest News from the Capitol: Covid relief, a new budget forecast, and more!

The Latest News from the Capitol: Covid relief, a new budget forecast, and more! By: Senator Julie Rosen This is the time of year when the capitol starts teeming with activity in preparation for the…

December 18, 2020

Covid relief package not enough for hospitality industry and MN small businesses

Covid relief package not enough for hospitality industry and MN small businesses By: Senator John Jasinski By now, you’re well aware of what is at stake for the hospitality industry. They have been walking on…

December 18, 2020

Sen. Julie Rosen receives CGMC Rural Leadership Award

State Sen. Julie Rosen has been honored with the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities’ Rural Leadership Award for her efforts to help advance CGMC priorities and other issues that are important to Greater Minnesota communities…

December 18, 2020

State Senator Limmer Responds to Vandalism of ‘Black Lives Matters’ Banners on Washington DC churches

“As the Chairman of the Minnesota Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee, I condemn the acts of vandalism and destruction of Black Lives Matter banners that were posted outside of historically Black churches, recently in…

December 17, 2020

Senator Mathews calls for the immediate reinstatement of the liquor license for Neighbors on the Rum in Princeton

Minnesota State Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Big Lake) today called on Minnesota Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington to immediately reinstate the liquor license for Neighbors on the Rum, a restaurant located in Princeton. Sen. Mathews issued…

December 17, 2020

Sen. Miller update: Thoughts on Governor Walz’s announcement about schools and business restrictions

Greetings from the district, On December 16, Governor Walz announced updates to his November executive order placing restrictions on certain businesses and activities — including bars, restaurants, gyms, and youth sports — as well as…

December 17, 2020

Senator Limmer applauds bipartisan Covid emergency relief package

Friends and neighbors, This week the legislature overwhelmingly approved a $216 million emergency Covid relief bill. Gov. Walz signed the bill on Wednesday, so local businesses affected by Gov. Tim Walz’s most recent shutdown order…

December 16, 2020

Senator Nelson statement on Gov Walz decision to begin reopening elementary schools

Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) today issued the following statement in response to Gov. Walz’s announcement that school districts can begin reopening for elementary-aged students on January 18. “The governor’s decision to finally allow local school…

December 16, 2020

Senator Kiffmeyer statement on Gov. Walz’s latest business restrictions

Friends and neighbors, Today Gov. Tim Walz announced a new round of restrictions on Minnesota businesses. Part of his announcement included a phased-in opening of schools for elementary students only, as well as slightly relaxed…