Senator Utke on DHS Reform Options in MN Senate

The Department of Human Services (DHS) doubled in size in recent years, and instead of increased efficiency, there has been headline after headline detailing waste, fraud, and abuse at the agency. In August of 2019,…
Senator Bruce Anderson

Senator Anderson secures funding for Wright County Community Action

The Agriculture, Rural Development, and Housing Finance committee heard a presentation from Senator Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) on SF3009 which provides supplemental funding to Wright County Community Action (WCCA). WCCA provides homeownership education, counseling, and training…

Senator Ruud appointed to Clean Water Council

Senator Carrie Ruud (R-Breezy Point), a vocal advocate for clean water, has been appointed to the Clean Water Council. The Clean Water Council was created through the Clean Water Act, which was signed into law…
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Senator Goggin, Senate Republicans pass insulin reform

(ST. PAUL, MN) - After more than twelve months of discussion, analysis, and debate, the Senate passed a strong insulin safety net bill with a unanimous vote. This program is designed to be available for all who need it…

Senator Senjem applauds passage of emergency insulin bill

On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed the Alec Smith Emergency Insulin Act by a bipartisan vote. The legislation establishes an emergency assistance program for Minnesotans unable to afford the high costs of insulin.  “This is…
Senator Eric Pratt

Senator Pratt applauds passage of emergency insulin bill

On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed the Alec Smith Emergency Insulin Act by a bipartisan vote. The legislation, House File 3100, establishes an emergency assistance program for Minnesotans unable to afford the high costs of insulin.…

Senator Draheim, Senate pass emergency insulin bill

On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed the Alec Smith Emergency Insulin Act by a bipartisan vote. The bill, House File 3100, establishes an emergency assistance program for Minnesotans unable to afford the high costs of…

Senate Acts Quickly to Pass Rural Finance Authority Funding

(St. Paul, MN) – On Thursday, March 12th, the Minnesota Senate approved $50 million in bonding for the Rural Finance Authority (RFA).  The RFA is Minnesota’s main agricultural lending arm and partners with community banks…

Senate Republicans pass insulin reform for all Minnesotans

(ST. PAUL, MN) - After more than twelve months of discussion, analysis, and debate, the Senate passed a strong insulin safety net bill with a unanimous vote. This program is designed to be available for all who need it…

Senator Hall, Senate pass emergency insulin bill

On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed the Alec Smith Emergency Insulin Act by a bipartisan vote. The bill, House File 3100, establishes an emergency assistance program for Minnesotans unable to afford the high costs of…