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January 3, 2020

Jasinski: Minnesota has a budget surplus. What should we do with it?

Friends and neighbors, In case you missed it, this column ran before the holidays in our local papers. I would love to hear your feedback! - John Minnesota has a budget surplus. What should we…

January 2, 2020

Senate Energy Committee to consider new ‘Clean Energy First’ proposal

Later this month, the Minnesota Senate Energy and Utilities Finance and Policy Committee will hold a pair of hearings in Rochester and Mound to consider legislation designed to modernize Minnesota’s energy resources. The legislation, known…

December 20, 2019

A Christmas message from Senator Kiffmeyer

Friends and Neighbors, I want to take a moment to wish you all a Merry Christmas. I am thankful for time with friends and family to celebrate the birth of Jesus! Sharing with others is…

December 20, 2019

Merry Christmas from Senator Anderson

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! As Christmas approaches, I am looking forward to all the traditions my family has enjoyed for generations. Sharing a meal and reflecting on the reason for this season are…

December 20, 2019

Legislative update from Senator Anderson

Friends and Neighbors, As session quickly approaches, we are almost through the list of last session’s accomplishments! Judiciary and Public Safety I serve on the Judiciary and Public Safety Finance and Policy committee. One of…

December 20, 2019

Sen. Rarick's legislative update: Merry Christmas!

Hello Neighbor, It’s hard to believe, but Christmas is already upon us. Like many of you, I plan to celebrate with my family. No matter how you celebrate, though, I hope you will take a…

December 19, 2019

Senate Republicans hear presentation on Minnesota laws to prevent violence

The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety met today to learn more about current laws designed to prevent violence and review gaps in enforcement of those laws. The committee also announced a second hearing…

December 19, 2019

Senator Ingebrigtsen appointed to Human Services Reform Committee

On Thursday, Minnesota Senate Republicans announced that Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen (R-Alexandria) will serve on the Senate’s Human Services Reform Finance and Policy Committee in 2020. “I’m proud to have been appointed to serve on the Senate’s…

December 18, 2019

Jasinski: An update on the problems at the Dept. of Human Services

An update on the problems at the Dept. of Human Services By: Senator John Jasinski The last time I wrote a column about the turmoil at the Department of Human Services was the end of…

December 17, 2019

Senator Hall Named 2019 MGA Hero of the Food Industry

The Minnesota Grocers Association announced Senator Dan Hall (R-Burnsville) as a 2019 Hero of the Food Industry. Hall received the honor for his leadership in advancing the food industry’s priorities during the 2019 Minnesota Legislative…

December 16, 2019

Senate Republicans respond to Governor’s announcement of an outside review of DHS

Today, Governor Walz announced he is beginning the process to hire an outside firm to examine the mismanagement and dysfunction at the Department of Human Services. Senate Republican leadership responded with the following statements: Senate Health…

December 12, 2019

Senator Kiffmeyer Legislative Update

Friends and neighbors, …

December 11, 2019

Senator David Osmek responds to Senate DFL’s New Clean Energy and Climate Caucus

) On Tuesday, DFL members of the Minnesota Senate today announced their new statewide Senate DFL Clean Energy and Climate Caucus. The new caucus will develop progressive energy policies and prioritize initiatives they believe will…

December 10, 2019

Statement from Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen on chronic wasting disease deer found in Douglas County

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirms an 8-year-old white-tailed doe tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) after its white-tailed buck pen-mate killed it in a small, two-deer, hobbyist herd in Douglas County. The…

December 10, 2019

Statement from Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen on the passing of Perham Guardsman

State Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen, R-Alexandria, issued the following statement today upon confirmation that District 8 resident Chief Warrant Officer 2 Charles P. Nord, from Perham, was among the three Minnesota National Guard soldiers who died…

December 8, 2019

Rarick: It’s time to break up the Department of Human Services

It’s time to break up the Department of Human Services By: Senator Jason Rarick It’s time to break up the Minnesota Department of Human Services. This was the recommendation of Acting Commissioner Pam Wheelock this…

December 8, 2019

Housley renews call to modernize Minnesota’s liquor laws

After two major brewing companies announced they will no longer produce the lower-strength beer that can be sold in Minnesota grocery and convenience stores, Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Marys Point) is renewing her call to…

December 6, 2019

Senator Newman: "Budget surplus belongs to the taxpayers"

On Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast, which shows an estimated budget surplus of $1.332 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. The forecast, which is updated twice each year to reflect the…

December 6, 2019

Senator Relph's statement on projected $1.3 billion state budget surplus

Last week, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast, which shows a projected budget surplus of $1.332 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. The forecast, which is updated twice each year to reflect…

December 6, 2019

Senator Anderson to participate in upcoming violence prevention hearings

Senator Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee, announced this week that his committee will hold two informational hearings regarding violence prevention laws. Recent reports of…