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March 17, 2020

Senate approves additional emergency coronavirus funding; temporarily suspends legislative activities

The Minnesota Senate on Monday night passed additional emergency funding of $200 million for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. “This second phase of emergency coronavirus…

March 17, 2020

Senate approves additional emergency coronavirus funding; extends previously scheduled Easter Recess to protect public from COVID spread

The Minnesota Senate on Monday night passed additional emergency funding of $200 million for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. “We are…

March 17, 2020

Senator Nelson votes for additional emergency coronavirus funding

On Monday night, the Minnesota Senate passed the second phase of their coronavirus response, which included additional emergency funding of $200 million for hospitals, nursing home, and other medical professionals to help flatten the curve…

March 17, 2020

Rosen: Senate approves bill to secure funding for the final phase of Highway 14 expansion

In one of its final acts before taking a month-long pause in response to the COVID-19 spread, the Minnesota Senate tonight approved legislation that would pave the way for the state to complete the Highway…

March 17, 2020

Jasinski: Senate approves bill to secure funding for the final phase of Highway 14 expansion

(St. Paul) – In one of its final acts before taking a month-long pause in response to the COVID-19 spread, the Minnesota Senate tonight approved legislation that would pave the way for the state to…

March 17, 2020

Senator Ruud statement on Governor Walz’s decision to close Minnesota businesses

Senator Carrie Ruud (R-Breezy Point) today issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s decision to close down many Minnesota businesses, including bars and restaurants, as part of his COVID-19 response. “I am glad…

March 16, 2020

Senator Rarick Responds to Bar/Restaurant Closure

(St. Paul, MN) – In a press conference Monday, Governor Walz announced the closure of bars and restaurants, starting March 17 and ending on March 27th. The end date for this period will be open…

March 16, 2020

Senator Mathews Responds to Bar/Restaurant Closure

In a press conference Monday, Governor Walz announced the closure of bars and restaurants, limited to only carryout and drive thru, starting March 17 through March 27. At that time, it will be re-evaluated. Senator…

March 16, 2020

Senator Chamberlain statement on Gov. Walz’s decision to close down Minnesota businesses

State Senator Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes) today issued the following statement in response to the governor’s decision to close down most Minnesota businesses, including bars and restaurants, as part of his COVID-19 response. “I am…

March 16, 2020

Senator Jasinski statement on Gov. Walz’s decision to close down Minnesota businesses

State Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) today issued the following statement in response to the governor’s decision to close down most Minnesota businesses, including bars and restaurants, as part of his COVID-19 response. “I am glad…

March 16, 2020

MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE APPROVES ADDITIONAL CORONAVIRUS FUNDING

Extends previously scheduled Easter Recess to protect public from COVID spread St. Paul – On Monday, the Minnesota Senate will pass additional emergency funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front…

March 16, 2020

Senator Mathews: “I am going to keep working hard for my constituents”

Senate extends scheduled Easter Recess to protect public from COVID-19 (St. Paul) –On Monday night, the Minnesota Senate will pass a large additional emergency funding bill for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on…

March 16, 2020

Senator Rarick Responds to Additional Coronavirus Funding

Senate extends scheduled Easter Recess to protect public from COVID-19 spread (St. Paul) –On Monday night, the Minnesota Senate will pass a large additional emergency funding bill for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals…

March 16, 2020

Senator Westrom Responds to Additional Coronavirus Funding

Senate extends previously scheduled Easter Recess to protect public from COVID-19 spread (St. Paul) –On Monday night, the Minnesota Senate will pass a large additional emergency funding bill for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical…

March 16, 2020

Statement from Senator Lang regarding coronavirus precautions

Today, Senator Andrew Lang (R-Olivia) issued the following statement regarding changes to Senate operations due to the coronavirus: “As the state and nation confront this public health emergency, we will be taking action on several…

March 16, 2020

Senator Osmek, Senate approve additional emergency coronavirus funding; enter recess to protect public from COVID spread

On Monday night the Minnesota Senate passed additional emergency funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. "Ensuring the health and safety…

March 16, 2020

Senator Johnson, Senate approve additional coronavirus funding

On Monday night the Minnesota Senate passed additional emergency funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. “Today, the Senate passed additional…

March 16, 2020

Senator Ingebrigtsen, Senate approve additional emergency coronavirus funding; enter recess to protect public from COVID spread

On Monday night the Minnesota Senate passed additional emergency funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. "Minnesotans must continue to treat…

March 16, 2020

Senator Howe, Senate approve additional emergency coronavirus funding; enter recess to protect public from COVID spread

On Monday night the Minnesota Senate passed additional emergency funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. I "Protecting the safety and…

March 16, 2020

Senator Hall, Senate approve additional emergency coronavirus funding; enter recess to protect public from COVID spread

On Monday night the Minnesota Senate passed additional emergency funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical professionals on the front lines to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. “The safety and health of…