Senator Anderson’s Legislative Update
Friends and Neighbors, Session is coming to a close and we are working together to pass important policy before the constitutional adjournment date which is May 18th this year. Below are a few updates from…
Senator Jensen, Senate Republicans approve bill requiring legislative oversight for future peacetime emergencies
On Friday, the Minnesota Senate approved a bill that would reassert a fair balance of governing power between the legislative branch and the executive branch during future states of emergency. The bill, Chief-authored by Senator David Osmek…
Sen. Nelson and the Minnesota Senate approve raising tobacco purchasing age to 21 to conform with federal law
The Minnesota Senate approved legislation moving the legal age to purchase tobacco products from 18 to 21, officially bringing the state in line with federal law. The bill also updates state law to define e-cigarette…
Minnesota Senate extends mediation protections for farmers
In 1986, the Farmer-Lender Mediation Act was passed in response to a farm credit crisis. The act established a 90-day standard mediation period, requiring a bank or other creditor to offer mediation before enforcing a…
Senator Nelson, Minnesota Senate approve bill to fix driver’s license testing process
The Minnesota Senate today approved new legislation aimed at fixing the state’s driver’s license testing process and improving wait times for Minnesotans needing to take their driver’s test. The bill, Senate File 3226, allows private, third-party…
Senator Mathews, Senate approve bill requiring legislative oversight for peacetime emergencies
(St. Paul, MN) – On Friday, the Minnesota Senate approved a bill that would reassert a fair balance of governing power between the legislative branch and the executive branch during future states of emergency. The bill, chief-authored…
Senator Chamberlain, Minnesota Senate approve bill to fix driver’s license testing process
Today, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation aimed at improving wait times for Minnesotans needing to take their driver’s test. The bill, Senate File 3226, allows private, third party testers to become certified to administer behind-the-wheel driver’s…
Minnesota Senate passes Housley bill to eliminate driver’s test backlog
Today, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation aimed at improving wait times for Minnesotans needing to take their driver’s test. The bill, Senate File 3226, allows private, third party testers to become certified to administer behind-the-wheel driver’s…
Senator Rarick supports bill requiring legislative oversight for future peacetime emergencies
St. Paul, MN) – On Friday, the Minnesota Senate approved a bill that would reassert a fair balance of governing power between the legislative branch and the executive branch during future states of emergency. The bill, Chief-authored…
Senate’s food bank fundraiser reaches goal ahead of schedule
Minnesota Senate President Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) today celebrated the success of a statewide fundraiser to benefit Minnesota’s food banks. The effort, led by Senators and Senate staff and Feeding America Network food banks throughout the…
Senator Osmek, Senate, approve bill requiring legislative oversight for future peacetime emergencies
On Friday, the Minnesota Senate approved a bill that would reassert a fair balance of governing power between the legislative branch and the executive branch during future states of emergency. The bill, Chief-authored by Senator…
Jasinski: Wrapping up the COVID crisis
By: Senator John Jasinski As I write this, we are entering the final weekend of the 2020 Legislative Session, which I am sure will be referred to in the future as the COVID Session. There…
Senate approves Jasinski bill to require legislative oversight for future peacetime emergencies
The Minnesota Senate today approved a bill that would reassert a fair balance of governing power between the legislative branch and the executive branch during future states of emergency. The bill, co-sponsored by Senator John…
Capitol Update from Senator Eric Pratt
Dear neighbors: I hope this message finds you well, even amid these challenging circumstances. My office at the State Capitol remains open and we remain at work on solutions that bring relief to the many…
Jasinski: DEED Awards $681,000 in Airport Infrastructure Grants
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has awarded $681,000 in grants to Alexandria, the Duluth Airport Authority and Elbow Lake. “I created and designed the Air Grants bill last year because I…
Rosen, Senate Republicans release $17 million in HAVA funds
Minnesota Senate Republicans recently approved the use of more than $17 million Help America Vote Act (HAVA) and CARES Act funds to secure and protect our elections. The bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. “We…
Rosen, Minnesota Senate pass bill to support small businesses in crisis
This week, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation to appropriate $60 million for small businesses in crisis from the stay at home orders and coronavirus pandemic. The bill was passed with bipartisan support. The bill takes $57.6…
Senator Koran: Halting state employee raises will preserve livelihoods
(St. Paul, MN) – Today the Senate Finance Committee took up Senate File 2770, which ratifies state employee’s contracts but puts a freeze on the second year 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increases. The…
Gazelka: Moving in the right direction
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R-East Gull Lake) expressed support to the Governor’s announcement that he was lifting the stay at home order on May 18th. “We’re moving in the right…
Senator Koran, Senate Republicans advance legislation to reopen MN business
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Monday the Minnesota Senate passed legislation that would allow many small businesses to safely resume operations. The bipartisan vote of approval had support from both rural and metro legislators. “Action for…