Legislative Update from Senator Ruud
Greetings District 10! There is less than a month remaining of the 2021 legislative session—we continue to spend many hours on the Senate floor debating and working to set a state budget. The priority is to…
Senator Duckworth Supports Investing in Minnesota Infrastructure Without Raising Taxes
St. Paul – On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate approved a comprehensive, bipartisan transportation budget that invests billions over the next two years in the state’s transportation infrastructure without a gas tax, mileage tax, sales tax,…
Goggin: Minnesota Senate approves comprehensive transportation plan that heavily invests in roads and bridges without a gas tax increase or new mileage tax
The Minnesota Senate on Thursday approved a comprehensive, bipartisan transportation budget that invests billions over the next two years in the state’s transportation infrastructure without a gas tax, mileage tax, sales tax, or license tab…
Jasinski: Minnesota Senate approves comprehensive transportation plan that heavily invests in roads and bridges without a gas tax increase or new mileage tax
The Minnesota Senate on Thursday approved a comprehensive, bipartisan transportation budget that invests billions over the next two years in the state’s transportation infrastructure without a gas tax, mileage tax, sales tax, or license tab…
Goggin: Senate approves bill that strengthens and revitalizes education by focusing on student literacy, mental health, and parent choice
The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that fully funds K-12 schools and transforms the way the state delivers education. Rather than continuing the status quo, the Republican bill emphasizes approaches with a track…
Minnesota Senate approves comprehensive transportation plan that heavily invests in roads and bridges without a gas tax increase or new mileage tax
The Minnesota Senate on Thursday approved a comprehensive, bipartisan transportation budget that invests billions over the next two years in the state’s transportation infrastructure without a gas tax, mileage tax, sales tax, or license tab…
Senator Coleman prioritizes student mental health, educator training, and local infrastructure projects in Education and Transportation Budget Bills
On the Senate Floor Thursday, Senator Julia Coleman (R-Chanhassen) voted in favor of bills funding critical needs in the transportation and education sectors of Minnesota’s budget, which included several provisions Senator Coleman chief authored. The Education…
Pratt bill for Scott County Interchange appropriation included in Transportation Budget bill
The Minnesota Senate on Thursday approved a comprehensive, bipartisan transportation budget that invests billions over the next two years in the state’s transportation infrastructure. Included in this omnibus bill is legislation authored by Senator Eric…
Key Housley bill included in Transportation budget—alleviates overwhelming DVS testing backlog
The Minnesota Senate on Thursday approved a comprehensive, bipartisan transportation budget that invests billions over the next two years in the state’s transportation infrastructure without a gas tax, mileage tax, sales tax, or license tab…
Senator Koran, Senate, approve bill that strengthens and revitalizes education by focusing on student literacy, mental health, and parent choice
The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that fully funds K-12 schools and transforms the way the state delivers education. Rather than continuing the status quo, the Republican bill emphasizes approaches with a track…
Newman: Senate approves bill that strengthens and revitalizes education by focusing on student literacy, mental health, and parent choice
The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that fully funds K-12 schools and transforms the way the state delivers education. Rather than continuing the status quo, the Republican bill emphasizes approaches with a track…
Senate approves bill that strengthens and revitalizes education by focusing on student literacy, mental health, and parent choice
The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that fully funds K-12 schools and transforms the way the state delivers education. Rather than continuing the status quo, the Republican bill emphasizes approaches with a track…
Majority Leader Gazelka, Senate, approve bill that strengthens and revitalizes education by focusing on student literacy, mental health, and parent choice
The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that fully funds K-12 schools and transforms the way the state delivers education. Rather than continuing the status quo, the Republican bill emphasizes approaches with a track…
Senator Ruud’s “Save Women’s Sports” bill included in Education budget
Today the Minnesota Senate passed a comprehensive education budget that focuses on students and empowers parents. Included in the bill is language authored by Senator Carrie Ruud (R-Breezy Point) that preserves women’s rights and the…
RentHelpMN Open for Applications
Minnesota Housing announced that RentHelpMN is now open and accepting applications. RentHelpMN makes it possible for eligible renters to get caught up on overdue rent and utilities dating back to March 13, 2020. It also…
Senator Howe statement on removal of State Patrol from the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board shared office
Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville) today released the following statement in support of the Minnesota State Patrol after the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board voted to remove them from their headquarters:“I’m utterly appalled that the Minneapolis Park…
Gazelka: Removing State Patrol from Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board HQ is “Totally Unacceptable”
ST. PAUL, MN – Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R-East Gull Lake) released the following statement in support of the Minnesota State Patrol after the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board voted to remove them from their headquarters.…
Senator Weber Continues Commitment to Protect Minnesotans and Fund Law Enforcement
On Monday, the Minnesota Senate passed emergency funding for law enforcement, as requested by Governor Walz. The bill, S.F. 2441, secures $2.75 million for the law enforcement response to civil unrest through the Interstate Emergency Management Assistance Compact and…
Senator Kiffmeyer passes Lottery Winner Privacy bill
Senator Mary Kiffmeyer (R-Big Lake) presented and passed a bill to protect state lottery winners’ privacy. This bill will protect the privacy of Minnesotans who win $10,000 or more in the state lottery to avoid…
Senator Nelson and Minnesota Senate Approve Legislation Prioritizing Housing Affordability and Homeownership
The Minnesota state Senate on Tuesday approved a $115 million bill that aims to open an affordable path to homeownership for more Minnesotans by focusing on housing affordability and closing the homeownership gap. “Having a…