Senator Jason Rarick's 1.29.21 Legislative Update
Hello Neighbor, Over the next few weeks, I will share the legislative priorities that I am supporting in 2021. You will hear a lot of discussion about budgets and what the legislature should do for…
Senator Rich Draheim's 1.29.21 Legislative Update
Neighbors,We had another busy week in St. Paul as the Governor released his budget on Tuesday and the Senate Majority released Minnesota’s Priorities late last week. I continue to take lots of meetings, albeit virtually,…
Senator Mark Koran's First Month Legislative Update
Vaccines for 65 plus It’s no secret that Minnesota’s COVID-19 vaccination roll-out has been slower than the national average and much slower than our neighboring states. In fact, the percentage of distributed vaccines that have been administered in Minnesota…
Senator Bill Weber's 2.1.21Legislative Update
Hello Neighbor,We are wrapping up the first month of the session here at the Capitol in St. Paul. It has been a flurry of bill introductions and learning new technology to accomplish our work, but…
Senator Eric Pratt Responds to Governor Walz’s Budget
On Tuesday Governor Tim Walz released his proposal for the upcoming two-year state budget. The $52.4 billion budget proposal would be the largest budget in state history, and it will increase taxes by $1.66 billion.…
Senator Johnson's bills to designate “Richard K. Magnuson & Robert H. Lobdell Memorial Highways” passes committee, awaits a full vote
(St. Paul) – On Thursday, legislation designating a portion of state Highway 310 and a portion of state Highway 11 in Roseau County as the “Deputy Richard K. Magnuson Memorial Highway” and the “Patrol Inspector…
Senator Andrew Lang Responds to Governor Walz’s Budget
On Tuesday Governor Tim Walz released his proposal for the upcoming two-year state budget. The $52.4 billion budget proposal would be the largest budget in state history, and it will increase taxes by $1.66 billion.…
Senator Goggin responds to Gov. Walz’s budget proposal
Gov. Tim Walz on Wednesday announced his 2022-2023 budget proposal, which calls for $52.4 billion in spending and more than $1.6 billion in new taxes. It represents a spending increase of $4.4 billion from the…
Senator Jeff Howe Responds to Governor Walz’s Budget
On Tuesday Governor Tim Walz released his proposal for the upcoming two-year state budget. The $52.4 billion budget proposal would be the largest budget in state history with an overall 9.5% increase from the previous…
Senator David Senjem Chosen as NCEL's Minnesota State Lead
The National Caucus of Environmental Legislators has selected Senator David Senjem (R-Rochester) as the 2021 Minnesota State Lead. This position reflects a continued sense of dedication to Minnesota's environmental issues and a demonstrated leadership role…
Senate Education Committee hears innovative program to improve student reading outcomes
Senate Republicans on Wednesday again affirmed their commitment to student literacy by hearing a bill that offers teachers the opportunity to enroll in an innovative training program that has successfully improved student reading outcomes in…
Sen. Ingebrigtsen Supports Legislation Baring Gov. Walz from Misuse of Minnesota’s Disaster Relief Fund
On Monday, Senate Republicans introduced legislation that would prohibit state disaster assistance funds from being used to help local governments recover from civil unrest. The legislation was sparked by last summer’s Twin Cities riots and…
Majority Leader Paul Gazelka's 1.28.21 Legislative Update
Dear friends and neighbors,We are a few weeks into the 2021 session and already are hitting hard against the Governor’s and House Democrats’ agenda to increase taxes and adopt California Emissions Standards. The Senate has…
A Legislative Update from Senator Jim Abeler
Dear Friends and neighbors,I am grateful, humbled, and challenged to be back in St. Paul representing our community for the 2021 Legislative Session. We have started this session strong, with many priorities to keep our…
Senator Newman responds to Gov. Walz’s budget proposal
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday announced his 2021 budget proposal, which calls for $52.4 billion in spending and more than $1.6 billion in new taxes. It represents a spending increase of $4.4 billion from the…
Senator Limmer Alarmed by Gov. Walz Budget
“I am disappointed to see the Governor’s priorities do not seem to be on the people of Minnesota, and instead the focus is on increased taxing and spending.” Senator Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove) said, “If…
Senator Jeff Howe Introduces Key Legislation—Seeks to Consolidate Due Dates for Homestead Applications
Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville) introduced legislation that seeks to modify property tax deadlines for Homestead and Disabled Veteran Exclusions. Under current law, any property used as a homestead by December 1 will receive homestead classification…
Senator Karin Housley Holds Governor and MDH Accountable: “Our Seniors Deserve More Than a Lottery”
Today, Senator Karin Housley (R-Stillwater), Chair of the Senate’s Committee on Aging and Long-Term Care, held a hearing for regarding the updated state vaccination plan. Commissioner Jan Malcolm testified on behalf of the Minnesota Department…
Senate State Government and Elections Committee approves voter ID requirement
The Minnesota Senate’s committee on State Government and Elections today approved a bill that would require Minnesotans to present a valid photo identification for in-person and absentee voting. The bill establishes a new voter identification…
Senator Koran responds to Governor Walz’s proposed tax and spend budget
On Tuesday, Gov. Walz announced his proposed two-year budget. The budget includes $52.4 billion in spending and calls for $1.64 billion in new taxes on Minnesotans Senator Mark Koran (R-North Branch) released the following statement…