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…

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…
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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Lang recognized with Housing Leadership Award

Housing First Minesota recently recognized members of the Minnesota Legislature with the 2025 Housing Leadership Award. This award recognizes recipients’ outstanding efforts to advance housing affordability and expand opportunities for homeownership during the 2025 legislative…

Jasinski: New laws taking effect August 1

By: SENATOR JOHN JASINSKI Each year, August 1 marks the start date for new laws passed during the legislative session. I want to highlight a few changes that may impact people in our communities. Just…

Heintzeman: August 1 new laws

Friends and neighbors, Each year, dozens of new laws passed during the legislative session go into effect on August 1. I want to highlight a few of the most notable changes this year that may…