Senator Weber previews the 2019 legislative session
The elections are over and the new legislative session is almost upon us. When legislators convene in Saint Paul on January 8, we’ll get to work right away on the myriad of important issues that…
New laws effective January 1, 2019
The following select laws were passed during the 2018 legislative session and take effect on January 1, 2019. ‘Certified’ reinsurers join the state’s risk-sharing groups Minnesota will recognize a new class of reinsurance organizations deemed…
Sen. Torrey Westrom’s statement on Gov.-elect Walz’s appointee for MHFA Commissioner
Senator Torrey Westrom [R-Elbow Lake], Chairman of the Senate Agriculture, Rural Development and Housing Finance Committee, released the following statement in response to Governor-elect Walz naming Jennifer Ho as his appointee to serve as Commissioner…
Senator Newman comments on transportation commissioner nomination
On Tuesday, Governor-elect Tim Walz nominated Margaret Anderson Kelliher to serve as commissioner of transportation. Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson), chair of the Senate Transportation Finance and Policy Committee, issued the following statement: “Congratulations to Margaret…
Sen. David Osmek: The fact is, we can provide money without raising taxes
By Senator David Osmek Originally published in the StarTribune on 12/18/18 James Lenfestey may have his opinion (“Minnesota … must consider rural areas,” Dec. 11), but he is not entitled to his own facts or misleading…
Jasinski: Protecting veterans from scammers
Identity theft is a hot issue right now, but even with better tools to track and combat hacking and phishing, scammers are still finding quite a bit of success. Veterans are particularly susceptible to these…
Sen. Jensen encourages Carver Co. communities & organizations to apply for Urban Agriculture Grants
Grant application deadline: 1/17/18 Senator Scott Jensen [R-Chaska] is encouraging local Carver County non-profit organizations,for-profit businesses, schools, Native American tribal communities, and local government entities to apply for Urban Agriculture Grants provided by the Minnesota…
Senator Weber applauds ruling upholding legislative oversight of state agencies
Administrative law judge upholds legislative authority to delay ‘Nitrogen Rule’ In a recent court order, an administrative law judge has upheld the legislature’s authority to delay implementation of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s proposed Groundwater…
Senator Relph announces grant application deadline extension
Senator Jerry Relph (R-St. Cloud) announced an extension of the deadline to apply for the Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation (AGRI) Urban Agriculture Grant Program from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Applications for the program,…
Senator Goggin: MDA Extends Deadline for Urban Agriculture Grants
State Senator Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing) announced today that due to high demand the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has extended the application deadline for the Urban Agriculture Grant program until January 17, 2019. The Urban…
Senator Roger Chamberlain named Legislator of the Year by Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Minnesota State Senator Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes) was named the 2018 Legislator of the Year by the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (MASWCD) at the organization’s annual meeting and trade show in…
Sen. Draheim holding Legislative Solutions Town Halls
Seeks public input on legislative priorities Senator Rich Draheim will hold two town hall listening sessions at the Belle Plaine and Elko-New Market Libraries on December 18th, prior to the start of the 2019 Minnesota…
Jeff Howe sworn in as Minnesota’s newest state senator
On Tuesday, Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville) was officially sworn in to the Minnesota Senate. Senator Howe, who was elected in a November special election for the seat formerly held by Lieutenant Governor Michelle Fischbach, represents…
Senator Weber comments on $1.5 billion budget surplus
Last week, the office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast. The forecast, which details the state’s finances, projected a surplus of $1.544 billion for the upcoming two-year budget cycle – the largest budget surplus…
Senator Bruce Anderson: MDA Extends Deadline for Urban Agriculture Grants
State Senator Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) announced today that due to high demand the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has extended the application deadline for the Urban Agriculture Grant program until January 17, 2019. The Urban Agriculture…
Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen: Budget Forecast shows Minnesota’s economy is strong
On Thursday, the office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released their November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.544 billion for the 2020-2021 biennial budget, with…
Senator Bruce Anderson: Remembering the attack on Pearl Harbor
Friends and neighbors, Seventy-seven years ago this morning, more than 350 Japanese planes thundered toward Hawaii to launch a devastating, unprovoked surprise attack that killed more than 2,400 Americans. As the legend goes, Yamamoto said…
Senator Bruce Anderson statement on Minnesota’s $1.5 billion budget surplus
The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) on Thursday released their annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.544 billion for 2020-21 budget cycle. By…
Senator Newman comments on budget surplus
On Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast. The report, which paints a picture of the state’s financial health, projected a surplus of $1.544 billion for upcoming two-year budget cycle – the largest budget…
Senator Relph issues statement on budget surplus
Yesterday, the office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.544 billion for upcoming two-year budget cycle — the largest budget surplus in…