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August 20, 2025

PFA awards $5.54 million to the City of Underwood to construct a new water treatment plant

Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) announced today that the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (PFA) has approved $5.54 million in funding for critical water infrastructure improvements in the City of Underwood. During the 2025 legislative session,…

August 19, 2025

Sen. Rasmusson calls for accountability after court invalidates a portion of Democrats’ 2024 omnibus tax bill

On Monday, Aug. 18, the Second Judicial District Court of Minnesota severed and struck down part of the 2024 omnibus tax bill for violating the single-subject clause of the Minnesota Constitution. “In the final minutes…

August 18, 2025

Minnesota court pushes back on DFL overreach; defends legislative transparency, single-subject clause

Today the Second Judicial District Court of Minnesota severed and struck down part of the 2024 omnibus tax bill for violating the single-subject clause of the Minnesota constitution. "This is an important win for transparency…

August 18, 2025

Minnesota judge invalidates part of the 2024 giant omnibus bill in a big win for the Single Subject clause of state constitution – Kreun responds

Today it was announced that the Ramsey County District Court invalidated the binary trigger provision included in the final 1400+ page omnibus bill that was pushed through by Democrats in the final minutes of the 2024 legislative…

August 15, 2025

Lieske: MDA Down Payment Assistance Grants Now Open

Friends and neighbors, There is some good news I want to share for anyone who has dreamed of starting a farm. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for its Down Payment…

August 14, 2025

Gruenhagen: Healthcare in crisis, part 1

Friends and neighbors, Minnesota has some of the best doctors and hospitals in the country, but anyone who has experience with our healthcare system knows there is a massive web of bureaucracy getting between you…

August 13, 2025

Sen. Coleman backs Civility Pledge to bridge political divides

Public officials from both sides of the aisle came together this week to sign the Civility Pledge for a Stronger Minnesota. Organized by Majority in the Middle, an organization committed to promoting civility and reducing…

August 13, 2025

GOP Judiciary committee members author letter demanding transparency regarding hasty plan to close Stillwater’s prison

As part of end-of-session budget negotiations in May, it was announced that the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) in Stillwater would be closed by June 2029 through a phased process. The closure was a last-minute addition…

August 11, 2025

An Education Bill That Falls Short

An Education Bill That Falls Short by Senator Jason Rarick We adjourned regular Session on May 19. Though some bills were completed by that deadline, many were left undone – Education Finance being one of…

August 7, 2025

Koran honored as Legislator of Distinction by League of Minnesota Cities

The League of Minnesota Cities has named 28 state lawmakers (16 representatives and 12 senators) as 2025 Legislators of Distinction. Senator Mark Koran (R–North Branch) was honored as one of this year’s recipients. “Thank you…

August 7, 2025

Draheim calls for more accessibility parking following Capitol security changes

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety announced new security measures this week at the Minnesota State Capitol following a security breach in July. Major changes include public entrances being reduced from three (14 total doors)…

August 6, 2025

Mathews, Mekeland statement on Supreme Court firearms decision

Senator Andrew Mathews (R–Princeton) and Representative Shane Mekeland (R–Clear Lake) issued the following statement after the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled Wednesday in State v. Vagle that Minnesota statutes only require a serial number on a…

August 6, 2025

Sen. Nelson signs Civility Pledge to bridge political divides

Sen. Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) and public officials from both sides of the aisle came together recently to sign the Civility Pledge for a Stronger Minnesota. Organized by Majority in the Middle, nonpartisan organization that promotes…

August 5, 2025

Nelson: Focus on facts in Rochester sports complex sales tax debate, not theater

With concern growing over the future of Rochester’s proposed sports and recreation complex, it’s critical that the debate focus on facts. “The Legislature approved a local sales tax extension with clear parameters in 2023,” Senator…

August 5, 2025

Gruenhagen: What is driving the sharp rise in autism diagnoses?

Friends and neighbors, I recently recorded a video about a troubling trend that deserves more attention: the steep rise in autism diagnoses and spending. In 1960, autism affected just a handful of children out of…

August 5, 2025

Koran bill awards $1.5 Million to Goodwill-Easter Seals' FATHER Project

The Minnesota Legislature awarded $1.5 million to Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) FATHER Project over the next two years as part of the final budget bill. This continues the funding the state granted to the program in 2023…

August 5, 2025

Nelson: Focus on facts in Rochester sports complex sales tax debate, not theater

August 5, 2025

Sen. Draheim thanks NAMI Executive Director Sue Abderholden for 24 years of mental health advocacy

Sue Abderholden, Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Minnesota, announced this spring that she will be retiring after 24 years of service advocating for people with mental illness and advancing legislation…

August 4, 2025

Drazkowski: Minnesota’s fraud problem is out of control

By: SENATOR STEVE DRAZKOWSKI Minnesota’s fraud crisis continues to get worse, and Democrats and Gov. Tim Walz are allowing it happen. Federal prosecutors now estimate that fraud in state programs could exceed $1 billion. It’s…

August 4, 2025

Coleman congratulates outstanding Farm Families

The University of Minnesota has announced this year’s Farm Family Recognition Program honorees, celebrating farm families from across Minnesota for their important contributions to agriculture and their local communities. Senator Julia Coleman (R–Waconia) congratulated the…

PFA awards $5.54 million to the City of Underwood to construct a new water treatment plant

Sen. Rasmusson calls for accountability after court invalidates a portion of Democrats’ 2024 omnibus tax bill

Minnesota court pushes back on DFL overreach; defends legislative transparency, single-subject clause

Minnesota judge invalidates part of the 2024 giant omnibus bill in a big win for the Single Subject clause of state constitution – Kreun responds

Lieske: MDA Down Payment Assistance Grants Now Open

Gruenhagen: Healthcare in crisis, part 1

Sen. Coleman backs Civility Pledge to bridge political divides

GOP Judiciary committee members author letter demanding transparency regarding hasty plan to close Stillwater’s prison

An Education Bill That Falls Short

Koran honored as Legislator of Distinction by League of Minnesota Cities

Draheim calls for more accessibility parking following Capitol security changes

Mathews, Mekeland statement on Supreme Court firearms decision

Sen. Nelson signs Civility Pledge to bridge political divides

Nelson: Focus on facts in Rochester sports complex sales tax debate, not theater

Gruenhagen: What is driving the sharp rise in autism diagnoses?

Koran bill awards $1.5 Million to Goodwill-Easter Seals' FATHER Project

Nelson: Focus on facts in Rochester sports complex sales tax debate, not theater

Sen. Draheim thanks NAMI Executive Director Sue Abderholden for 24 years of mental health advocacy

Drazkowski: Minnesota’s fraud problem is out of control

Coleman congratulates outstanding Farm Families

Westrom, Senate Republicans propose tax relief to put Minnesotans first

Affordability Now

The Senate’s Role in Confirming Commissioners

Senator Dahms, Senate Republicans proposal tax relief

Democrat “Climate Superfund” will raise energy prices for all Minnesotans

Nelson presents bill to improve affordable housing opportunities in Minnesota

Koran introduces legislative package to strengthen Minnesota election integrity and restore voter trust

Sen. Dornink: Transparency and accountability lead to affordability

Heintzeman: America needs the SAVE Act

Pratt responds to February budget forecast