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November 10, 2020

Jasinski: Disaster Relief Fund is not for riots, civil unrest

Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) released the following statement today regarding Governor Walz’s intention to nearly drain the state's disaster relief fund to use for fire damage during this summer’s riots and civil unrest in Minneapolis.…

November 10, 2020

Data that closes bars should re-open schools

Senator Michelle Benson released the following statement on Governor Walz’ new COVID restrictions today: “The data-driven approach can be used not just to restrict activity, but to re-open safely. If there is data to prove…

November 10, 2020

ROSEN: Disaster Relief Fund is not for Riots, Civil Unrest

Senator Julie Rosen (R- Fairmont) released the following statement upon notice that Governor Walz intends to nearly drain the state's disaster relief fund to use for fire damage during the riots and civil unrest following…

November 9, 2020

Senator Mark Johnson appointed to Deputy Majority Leader of Senate Republican Caucus

Following a hard-fought 2020 election, Senate Republicans maintained control of the Minnesota State Senate with a narrow one-vote majority. Within the same week, Senate Republicans were already at work organizing for the next session. Following…

November 9, 2020

Jasinski: Thank you for the privilege of serving you once again

Thank you for the privilege of serving you once again By Senator John Jasinski Even though I have run for public office a number of times, the feeling of your neighbors choosing you to represent…

November 6, 2020

Senate Republicans Announce Leadership Team

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senate Republicans have announced new leadership for the 2021-2022 legislative session. Senator Paul Gazelka (R-East Gull Lake) was re-elected as Majority Leader and Senator Jeremy Miller (R- Winona) as Senate…

November 4, 2020

Senator Kiffmeyer: Expressing my heartfelt gratitude for everyone who ran for office

By: Senator Mary Kiffmeyer While some races are still being decided, the 2020 election is by-and-large in the books. For many, the work will continue as they prepare to transition into their new roles at…

Senator Jeremy Miller presiding over Senate

October 29, 2020

Senator Jeremy Miller Receives ‘20 Under 40’ Leadership Award from the Council of State Governments

Senator Jeremy Miller Receives ‘20 Under 40’ Leadership Award from the Council of State Governments Sen. Miller was one of only 20 recipients from around the country to receive the honor (St. Paul) -- Minnesota…

October 28, 2020

Senator Rosen: Bonding bill was a compromise that served the people

Note: this column originally ran in the Mankato Free Press. Being a leader often demands tough decisions. Legislating is rarely cut-and-dry, and the people who chose you to be their voice in government demand results.…

October 27, 2020

State Senator Dan Hall Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator Dan Hall (Burnsville) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business award.…

October 27, 2020

State Senator Carrie Ruud Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator Carrie Ruud (Breezy Point) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business…

October 26, 2020

The Senate Internship Program is an enriching option for college students in 2021

(St. Paul, MN) – I am happy to announce that the 2021 Senate internship program, which has run for over 40 years, is open for applications. Covid-19 distancing guidelines mean that interns for the 2021…

October 23, 2020

State Senator Julie Rosen Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator Julie Rosen (Vernon Center) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business…

October 23, 2020

State Senator Carla Nelson Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator Carla Nelson (Rochester) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business award.…

October 23, 2020

State Senator Roger Chamberlain Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator Roger Chamberlain (Lino Lakes) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business…

October 23, 2020

State Senator Mike Goggin Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator Mike Goggin (Red Wing) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business…

October 23, 2020

State Senator John Jasinski Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The state’s major small business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with close to 10,000 members, announced today that Senator John Jasinski (Faribault) was awarded the prestigious NFIB Guardian of Small Business award.…

October 22, 2020

Senate Republicans Do Their Job, Review Joint Committee Report on Riots and Violence

(ST. PAUL, MN) –Senate Republicans held a joint committee hearing today to review the recently released Review of Lawlessness and Government Responses to Minnesota’s 2020 Riots. The report documents findings and suggestions from a series…

October 20, 2020

Senator Rosen votes for fifth time to end Gov. Walz emergency powers

For the fifth time, Senator Julie Rosen (R-Fairmont) and the Minnesota Senate voted to end Governor Tim Walz’s peacetime emergency powers relative to the COVID pandemic. The state is currently in the midst of its…

October 20, 2020

Senator Rosen, Minnesota Senate again approve Veterans Restorative Justice Act to help veterans with PTSD, trauma, or mental health struggles receive treatment instead of criminal sentences

The Minnesota Senate again unanimously approved The Veterans Restorative Justice Act, which aims to divert at-risk veterans toward probation and social service programs instead of jail time when they commit certain less-severe crimes. This is…

Jasinski: Disaster Relief Fund is not for riots, civil unrest

Data that closes bars should re-open schools

ROSEN: Disaster Relief Fund is not for Riots, Civil Unrest

Senator Mark Johnson appointed to Deputy Majority Leader of Senate Republican Caucus

Jasinski: Thank you for the privilege of serving you once again

Senate Republicans Announce Leadership Team

Senator Kiffmeyer: Expressing my heartfelt gratitude for everyone who ran for office

Senator Jeremy Miller Receives ‘20 Under 40’ Leadership Award from the Council of State Governments

Senator Rosen: Bonding bill was a compromise that served the people

State Senator Dan Hall Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

State Senator Carrie Ruud Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

The Senate Internship Program is an enriching option for college students in 2021

State Senator Julie Rosen Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

State Senator Carla Nelson Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

State Senator Roger Chamberlain Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

State Senator Mike Goggin Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

State Senator John Jasinski Earns Guardian of Small Business Award

Senate Republicans Do Their Job, Review Joint Committee Report on Riots and Violence

Senator Rosen votes for fifth time to end Gov. Walz emergency powers

Senator Rosen, Minnesota Senate again approve Veterans Restorative Justice Act to help veterans with PTSD, trauma, or mental health struggles receive treatment instead of criminal sentences

Senator Bahr: Democrat budget targets ignore the critical needs of Minnesota

Nelson Update: Paid family leave exposed; biennial budget targets; and more

Senator Anderson: Democrats continue to ignore the needs of Minnesotans

Democrat Budget Targets fail to provide tax relief, instead spend entire surplus

Senator Bill Weber: Democrat budget targets shortchange Minnesotans

Senator Dahms: Republican proposal ensures sustainable funding for Minnesota's roads and bridges

Sen. Rarick: A Mid-Session Outlook

Kreun bill seeks to make metro transit safer

Miller bill to help Spring Grove recover from devastating fire receives committee hearing

Paid Leave Fiscal Note shows massive new payroll tax