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February 6, 2026

Sen. Dornink: Priorities for the session ahead

Friends and neighbors, The 2026 legislative session will kick off on February 17. Minnesota operates on a two-year budget cycle, meaning the legislature passes a balanced state budget during odd-numbered years. The following even-numbered year,…

February 5, 2026

Looking Ahead to the Start of Session

Looking Ahead to the Start of Session by Senator Jason Rarick A new year is here, and with that comes the start of a new legislative session. Folks may not know, but during even-numbered years,…

February 4, 2026

A Preview of the 2026 Legislative Session

A Preview of the 2026 Legislative Session by Senator Steve Green February has begun and that means the legislative session is here. This year, the focus will be a bonding bill. For those who may…

February 3, 2026

Looking Ahead to Another Legislative Session

Looking Ahead to Another Legislative Session by Senator Paul Utke As a new year begins, so approaches another legislative session. Some folks may not know, but in each biennium we have a budget year and…

February 2, 2026

Senator Warren Limmer Announces Retirement After 38 Years

Today the longest serving Republican-endorsed legislator in state history has announced his retirement. Senator Warren Limmer (R- Maple Grove) gave notice today, concluding a distinguished career spanning 38 years in the Minnesota Legislature dedicated to…

January 30, 2026

Gruenhagen: Removing criminals from the streets

Friends and neighbors, A lot has obviously been happening in Minnesota the last few weeks. Street protests, confrontations, blocked roads, and violence surrounding federal immigration enforcement have become the norm. It shouldn’t be. Violent criminals…

January 26, 2026

Gruenhagen: Stand with ICE as they take criminals off the streets!

Friends and neighbors, I recently recorded a video message about immigration enforcement here in Minnesota. A few key points: First and foremost, if you're here legally and following the law, you have nothing to worry…

January 26, 2026

Duckworth calls for federal-state cooperation in Pretti shooting investigation

Senator Zach Duckworth (R–Lakeville) urged federal officials to cooperate with state authorities in the investigation of the fatal shooting of Minneapolis resident Alex Pretti by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers during Operation Metro…

January 26, 2026

West Central Minnesota Ag Summit draws strong turnout from farmers, legislators, and state commissioners

On Thursday, Jan. 22, approximately 130 farmers and agricultural business leaders gathered at Jennen Farms in Fergus Falls for the 2026 Agriculture Summit focused on key issues impacting West Central Minnesota and agriculture statewide. “This…

January 26, 2026

Coleman: This dangerous standoff must end

Senator Julia Coleman (R–Waconia) urged President Trump, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to end the standoff between federal, state, and local authorities amid the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Operation…

January 25, 2026

Senator Nelson statement on current tensions in Minnesota

“My condolences to the family and friends of Alex Pretti. Just like you, I am anguished by the loss of life. The path forward involves leaders at all levels of government working in good faith…

January 24, 2026

Johnson statement on ICE use of force

Senate Republican Leader Mark Johnson (East Grand Forks) released the following statement following reports of an ICE enforcement activity that resulted in use of force: “Today’s events are frustrating and tragic, and we are exhausted…

January 24, 2026

Johnson statement on ICE use of force

Senate Republican Leader Mark Johnson (East Grand Forks) released the following statement following report of an ICE enforcement activity that resulted in use of force: “Today’s events are frustrating and tragic, and we are exhausted…

January 22, 2026

Holmstrom Update: Anti-ICE protesters disrupt church, voter fraud in MN, and more

Friends and neighbors, Happy New Year. As we begin 2026, our state faces real challenges on our streets and in our communities. In times of division, it’s important to stay grounded, to lead with wisdom…

January 22, 2026

Senator Dahms not seeking re-election in 2026

Minnesota State Senator Gary Dahms (R – Redwood Falls) will not seek re-election in 2026. “When I first ran for the Minnesota Senate, I said that when I was elected, I would serve 10 years.…

January 21, 2026

Draheim: What’s missing from the ICE conversation? Dialogue.

By Senator Rich Draheim Right now, Minnesota is in the national spotlight, and not for good reasons. First, because our state government failed to stop massive fraud. Then because federal immigration enforcement drew national attention,…

January 21, 2026

Kreun: How bad decisions at every level created Minnesota’s immigration crisis

By Senator Michael Kreun (R–Blaine) At a high level, what we are seeing unfold in Minnesota right now reflects a failure of leadership at multiple levels of government. It also reflects a broader failure to…

January 20, 2026

Trump signs bipartisan bill restoring whole and 2% milk options in schools

Sen. Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria) applauds President Donald Trump, who on Wednesday, Jan. 14, signed bipartisan legislation that restores whole and 2% milk to school lunch menus. The federal law also ensures parents can choose a non-dairy…

January 19, 2026

Sen. Johnson calls to lower tone after anti-ICE protestors disrupted St. Paul church service

Senate Republican Leader Mark Johnson (East Grand Forks) released the following statement responding to a church service being disrupted by anti-ICE protestors yesterday: “The anti-ICE protest that disrupted a St. Paul church service yesterday is…

January 18, 2026

Gruenhagen: Support federal law enforcement and keep our communities safe!

Friends and Neighbors, I recently recorded a video update about a critical issue facing our state right now: the federal government’s ongoing effort to get criminal illegal aliens off the streets. As you've no doubt…

Sen. Dornink: Priorities for the session ahead

Looking Ahead to the Start of Session

A Preview of the 2026 Legislative Session

Looking Ahead to Another Legislative Session

Senator Warren Limmer Announces Retirement After 38 Years

Gruenhagen: Removing criminals from the streets

Gruenhagen: Stand with ICE as they take criminals off the streets!

Duckworth calls for federal-state cooperation in Pretti shooting investigation

West Central Minnesota Ag Summit draws strong turnout from farmers, legislators, and state commissioners

Coleman: This dangerous standoff must end

Senator Nelson statement on current tensions in Minnesota

Johnson statement on ICE use of force

Johnson statement on ICE use of force

Holmstrom Update: Anti-ICE protesters disrupt church, voter fraud in MN, and more

Senator Dahms not seeking re-election in 2026

Draheim: What’s missing from the ICE conversation? Dialogue.

Kreun: How bad decisions at every level created Minnesota’s immigration crisis

Trump signs bipartisan bill restoring whole and 2% milk options in schools

Sen. Johnson calls to lower tone after anti-ICE protestors disrupted St. Paul church service

Gruenhagen: Support federal law enforcement and keep our communities safe!

Senator Mathews introduces bill to preserve jobs and energy production in Becker

Howe bill expands eligibility for veterans looking to be interred at state veterans cemeteries

Sen. Mark Johnson bill to support regional drinking water solutions for rural Minnesota gets hearing

Senator Nelson supports bill to crack down on abuse of 340B prescription drug program

Nelson: A month left of session, and little progress on key issues

Lieske: Making sure you get prescription drug savings while helping rural hospitals

Affordability: The Issue on Everyone’s Minds

Housley supports DOJ action against Minnesota over Title IX violation and failing to protect girls’ sports

Miller: Why your tab fees have increased and how I’m trying to fix it

Draheim Legislative Updates April 6, 2026