Senator Anderson's Legislative Update
Dear Friends, as we continue to monitor and respond to the COVID-19 crisis, we all need to maintain our focus and take the outbreak seriously. We also can, and must, find ways to reopen our…
Senator Abeler - Phase II: Saving Main Street and Small Businesses
Dear Friends, The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted each of us, suddenly and surprisingly. Throughout this time the goal has been to keep people safe. Initially that meant keeping people safe from getting the virus. Now…
Senate Republicans Share Suggestions from OpenUp Minnesota Website with Gov. Walz
Salons are next pressure point for opening according to the analysis of 2100 submissions (St. Paul, MN...) The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus shared the results of its online portal for Minnesota businesses and workers to…
Senator Utke: Slow Start to Re-Open Minnesota
In today’s newsletter I will share some legislative updates from the last week of session, recap some important COVID-19 developments in Minnesota (including the Governor’s most recent Executive Orders), and answer some frequently asked questions…
Red Wing businesses are being heard at the capitol
This week Red Wing businessman Bob Riegelman, the president of Riedell Shoes, had two opportunities to speak with policymakers in St. Paul. The Senate Committee on Jobs and Economic Development held a hearing to give businesses…
Senator Anderson's Legislative Update
Friends and Neighbors, Another week has come and gone, and small businesses continue to suffer as Minnesotans have been asked to remain at home until May 4th. Many of us in the Senate Majority are…
Sen. Chamberlain update: Minnesota Safe to Return to Work
DAILY UPDATE FROM ST. PAUL April 23, 2020 We are on a path to reopen MN! This is good news. We can manage Covid-19 and still get back to normal. It is vitally important we do…
Senator Anderson Authors Bill to Support Small Businesses in Crisis
During a virtual meeting of the Senate Jobs Committee yesterday, Senator Paul Anderson presented SF 4481. The bipartisan bill appropriates $20 million to the Small Business Emergency Loan program. The legislation also establishes Small Business…
Senator Pratt co-sponsors emergency funding for small businesses
On Wednesday, the Minnesota Senate Jobs and Economic Growth Finance and Policy Committee passed legislation that makes emergency grants and loans available to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The legislation, Senate File 4481, passed…
Senator Ruud passes bill to protect Paul Bunyan Land and jobs for Minnesota youth
"Many folks around the state remember visiting Paul Bunyan Land as a child," said Senator Ruud. "This session I authored legislation that will benefit our upcoming workforce and preserve the iconic park that holds magic…
Senator Miller applauds testing partnership announcement, Senate Approves Funding
Earlier today, Gov. Tim Walz announced a new partnership with the Mayo Clinic, the University of Minnesota, and the Minnesota Department of Health to meet Minnesota’s COVID-19 testing and contact tracing goals. The testing is…
Senator Nelson celebrates partnership to ramp up COVID testing
Governor Tim Walz’s Administration on Wednesday announced a new partnership with Mayo Clinic, the University of Minnesota, and the Minnesota Department of Health to meet Minnesota’s COVID-19 testing goals. The agreement calls for 20,000 tests…
Senator Housley co-sponsors bill for small business grant program
On Wednesday, the Minnesota Senate Jobs and Economic Growth Finance and Policy Committee passed legislation that makes emergency grants and loans available to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The legislation, Senate File 4481, passed…
Senator Koran: Increase of PPE from Feds will get us one step closer to normal
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senate Republicans welcomed the continued help from the Trump Administration and FEMA this month, especially the delivery of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to Minnesota hospitals, clinics and nursing homes. During the month…
Gazelka, Benson applaud testing partnership announcement, Senate Approves Funding
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Following the announcement by the Walz administration of new testing partnership with the Mayo Clinic, the University of Minnesota, and the Minnesota Department of Health, Senate Republican Leadership released the following statements: …
Minnesota Receives Large Cache of PPE Supplies from Trump Administration and FEMA
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senate Republicans welcomed the continued help from the Trump Administration and FEMA this month, especially the delivery of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to Minnesota hospitals, clinics and nursing homes. During the month of April…
Senator Abeler's Legislative Update - Saving Main Street
Dear Friends, The Covid-19 pandemic challenges continue for families and small businesses on Main Streets all across the state. On a positive note, Minnesotans are widely practicing social distancing and are staying close to home.…
Senator Howe asks for cooperation and communication as Governor Walz announces Minnesota mask drive
Over the weekend, Governor Tim Walz announced a week-long statewide homemade mask drive to encourage Minnesotans to create homemade masks for donation and highlight the importance of workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Senator Draheim, Senate approve prescription drug transparency bill
On Monday, the Minnesota Senate continued to deliver on its promise to make prescription drug costs more transparent and more affordable for residents. By an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 63-2, the Senate approved Senate File 1098,…
Senator Kiffmeyer's Legislative Update
Friends and Neighbors,I hope you enjoyed the beautiful weather this weekend. We continue to be busy in the senate and I am still advocating to get you the support you need during these challenging times. I…
