A Veterans Day message from Senator Kiffmeyer
Friends and Neighbors, As we approach this upcoming Veterans Day, I am reminded of the 370,000 veterans that call Minnesota home. Veterans are some of the strongest members of our society and I am proud…
Senator Anderson recognizes Veterans Day
Friends and neighbors, On November 11, 1918, a German delegation and leaders of the Allied Powers gathered in France to officially bring an end to World War I. The resulting armistice took effect at the…
Senate Capital Investment Tour stops in Red Wing
The Senate Capital Investment Committee’s bonding tour made a stop in Red Wing on Thursday to visit Minnesota State College Southeast. The committee heard presentations on asset preservation, Old West Main Street Reconstruction, the Mississippi…
Senator Housley's update from the State Capitol
It's hard to believe it's already the second week of November! As you prepare for the holidays (and winter weather!), here’s a quick update on some of the issues at the State Capitol: Insulin Insulin…
Senator Rarick legislative update: Veterans Day, hunting opener, and more!
Hello Neighbor, On Veterans Day, we pay tribute to the men and women of America's Armed Forces who have demonstrated their willingness to put country before self; patriots who serve for the greater good and…
Highway 14 groundbreaking a cause for celebration!
Yesterday, Friday, November 1 was a date that thousands upon thousands of southern Minnesota residents have been looking forward to for a very, very long time. Decades after the idea was first borne, we finally,…
Senator Housley introduces legislation to protect freelance hair and makeup artists
Legislation authored by Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Marys Point) aims to reverse new Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners rules requiring freelance artists to obtain a full cosmetology salon manager license before styling hair and applying…
Senate Republicans announce Finance Committee hearing to review DHS illegalities, request additional documents from Department of Administration
Senate Republican leaders announced a Senate Finance Committee hearing next week to examine the use of illegal contract and spending practices in state agencies. Based on recent reporting of brazen use by DHS employees of…
Sen. Draheim to hold prescription drug costs listening session in New Prague – 11/20/19
Senator Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake) and Senator Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake), chair of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, will be holding a listening session in New Prague on Wednesday, November 20 on the…
Sen. Rarick legislative update: DHS waste & more
Hello Neighbors, Fall is definitely here and these cold temperatures remind me that winter will not be far behind. I hope you have had time to enjoy all the beautiful colors that nature has shared…
Senator Hall: Thank a Veteran on Veterans Day
On November 11, 1918, the leaders of Germany and the Allied powers met in France to sign the armistice that marked the end of major hostilities in World War I. The following year, President Woodrow…
Senate Capital Investment Committee to tour capital requests in Southeastern Minnesota
This week, the Minnesota Senate Capital Investment Committee will continue its #MNfrastructure tour of capital requests in Southeastern Minnesota. The tour, which is taking place today, Tuesday, November 5 through Thursday, November 7, is the fourth in…
Senator Goggin Legislative Update
Friends and Neighbors, I hope you all have been enjoying this beautiful fall weather! We have had a lot happening at the Capitol lately representing you and your priorities. Reform at the Department of Human…
Statewide workforce development tour stops at Wyoming Machine
ST. PAUL, MN – Senator Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth), Chairman of the Senate Higher Education Committee, and other members of the Minnesota Senate will be visiting various communities throughout Minnesota to learn more about local public-private…
Senator Housley calls for end to Prohibition-era 3.2 percent beer
On Friday, November 1, Minnesota will become the only remaining state to sell 3.2 percent beer in supermarkets and gas stations. In response, Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Marys Point), vice chair of the Senate Commerce and Consumer…
Senate Republicans hold hearings on DHS dysfunction
Senate Health and Human Services Committees held a joint hearing to gather testimony from Legislative Auditor Jim Nobles, Commissioner Jodi Harpstead, and tribal nations today. The Legislative Auditor, Jim Nobles, gave a review of his report…
Senator Benson statement on hearing regarding investigation into DHS “dysfunction”
Senate Health and Human Services Committees on Wednesday held a joint hearing to gather testimony from Legislative Auditor Jim Nobles, Commissioner Jodi Harpstead, and tribal nations. Nobles gave a review of the Office of the…
Senate Higher Education Committee chairman to visit Pine Technical and Community College as part of statewide workforce development tour
Minnesota Senate Higher Education Committee Chairman Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth) will visit Pine Technical and Community College Thursday as part of a statewide workforce development tour to learn more about local public-private partnerships between Minnesota employers,…
Senator Goggin joins workforce development tour
Senator Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth), Chairman of the Senate Higher Education Committee, and other members of the Minnesota Senate will be visiting various communities throughout Minnesota to learn more about local public-private partnerships between Minnesota employers,…
Senator Newman responds to legislative audit on DHS overpayments
On Tuesday, the Office of the Legislative Auditor released its "special review" of payments made to tribal nations by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). Among other aspects, the audit found “troubling dysfunction at the Department…