Senator Karin Housley

Freelance hair and makeup exemption signed into law

On Wednesday, bipartisan legislation that exempts freelance hair and makeup artists from being required to obtain a full cosmetology license was signed into law by Governor Tim Walz. The bill, authored by Senator Karin Housley (R-St.…

Senator Rosen End of Session Legislative Update, May 21

Greetings Neighbors! We completed the 2020 Session here at the Capitol Sunday night. Although things are still changing on a daily basis, I remain encouraged by the community we have in District 23 during these…

Memorial Day message from Senator Kiffmeyer

Friends and Neighbors, On this coming Monday May 25th, we as American citizens, observe Memorial Day, a day that serves to commemorate the brave men and women who have given their lives while serving in…
Senator Bruce Anderson

Senator Anderson's Legislative Update

Friends and Neighbors, The 2020 session has come to a close. COVID-19 transformed a lot of our process this year as we prepared for the projected surge and worked to support our Minnesota families and…
senator michelle benson

Benson: Church guidelines are disrespectful of faith communities

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Deputy Majority Leader Michelle Benson (R- Ham Lake) released the following statement in response to Gov. Walz’s recommendations for the next phase of re-opening amid the coronavirus pandemic:   “Governor Walz is tone…

Gazelka: No reason to discriminate against churches

(ST. PAUL, MN) –  Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R East Gull Lake) released the following statement in response to Gov. Walz’s recommendations for the next phase of re-opening amid the coronavirus pandemic: “Throughout history, the church…

Senator Mathews Statement on Threatened Business Owners

 Due to Governor Walz's nearly two months of a mandated shutdown, rural businesses are now facing permanent closure while waiting for the governor's decision to reopen fully. Many rural business owners have stated they can…
Sen. Paul Utke

Senator Utke: End of 2020 Session and Legislative Update

This past Sunday at midnight the Minnesota Senate adjourned, ending the 2020 regular session on a somewhat open-ended note. While the Senate and House were able to pass many bills that will benefit Minnesotans, headline…
Senator Andrew Lang

Minnesota Senate adjourns 2020 legislative session

On Sunday, the Minnesota Senate adjourned the 2020 regular legislative session sine die just before ahead of its constitutional deadline for passing legislation. “It was a different session, but we were still able to get things done…