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May 20, 2018

Sen. Eichorn biomass business compensation plan passes off Senate floor

On Friday, May 18, legislation co-authored by Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand Rapids) to provide financial assistance to the many businesses impacted by the closure of the Benson Power biomass facility passed off the Senate floor…

May 19, 2018

Legislative Republicans Propose More than $225 Million to Help Students

House and Senate Republicans announced a comprehensive education funding proposal that would make available up to $225 million in funding for schools across Minnesota. In total, this proposal delivers nearly $100 million more than Governor…

May 19, 2018

Senator Newman decries veto of deputy registrar reimbursement legislation

Late Saturday evening, Governor Mark Dayton vetoed legislation to reimburse deputy registrars for lost income caused by the Minnesota Licensing and Vehicle Registration System’s (MNLARS) failure. Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson), chair of the Senate Transportation…

May 18, 2018

Sen. Pratt’s bipartisan Met Council reform heads to Gov’s desk

Bipartisan compromise legislation chief-authored by Senator Eric Pratt to dramatically reform the Metropolitan Council passed the Minnesota Senate on Friday, May 18. After passing the Senate and House in different forms earlier in the legislative session,…

May 18, 2018

Republican leaders’ letter to Gov. Dayton

Republican leaders' letter to Gov. Dayton by Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus on Scribd

May 18, 2018

Republican leaders request meeting with Gov. Dayton

Republican leaders request meeting with Gov. Dayton by Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus on Scribd

May 17, 2018

Senate Republicans propose independent state agency to root out fraud in Department of Human Services programs

Republicans Sen. Jim Abeler (R-Anoka) and Sen. Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake) are proposing the creation of an independent agency responsible for discovering and eliminating fraud in government assistance programs implemented by the Department of Human…

May 16, 2018

Senator Jasinski statement on Senate Democrats killing infrastructure bill that included Highway 14 funding

Earlier today, Senate Democrats killed an $825 million infrastructure bill that would have fully funded highway 14, as well as provided resources for sewer and water infrastructure, critical road and bridge upgrades, asset preservation, and…

May 16, 2018

Statement of Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka regarding tax conformity

Today, the Minnesota Senate passed a compromise tax conformity bill off the Senate floor, which will now head to the governor’s desk. Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka released the following statement: “The Legislature did its…

May 15, 2018

Safe Seniors Financial Protection Act clears Senate on unanimous vote

Legislation aimed at preventing financial exploitation of senior citizens passed the Minnesota Senate on Tuesday with widespread bipartisan support. The bill, authored by Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Marys Point), creates new protections for elderly and…

May 15, 2018

Sen. Mathews, MN Senate pass bipartisan bill to ensure stability in MN energy rates

On Monday May 14, Senator Andrew Mathews and his Minnesota Senate colleagues passed bipartisan legislation he chief-authored to bring proactive accountability to our state’s energy regulation process. The bill provides an additional option for the…

May 15, 2018

Senator Jeremy Miller receives award for work on disability issues

State Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) was recently recognized for his work and support of people with disabilities by the Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation at Winona ORC’s annual recognition banquet. “Ever since I was…

May 14, 2018

Senate announces hearing to investigate fraudulent child care assistance payments

(St. Paul. MN…) Senator Jim Abeler (R-Anoka) announced today he will hold an oversight hearing Tuesday on apparent fraud in the state child care assistance program. The fraud was highlighted in a FOX9 news story…

May 14, 2018

Sen. Nelson, MN Senate propose fully funding Highway 14 – call on Governor to act

Senator Carla Nelson and her fellow Senate Capital Investment Committee members unveiled a “brick and mortar” state infrastructure bill last week that prioritizes transportation and critical road and bridge repairs, including full funding for the…

May 14, 2018

Jasinski, Petersburg bill would protect minors from identity theft

There are a number of options for adults to prevent their identities from being stolen, but frequently parents forget that children can be targets of theft as well. A new bill by Representative John Petersburg…

May 11, 2018

Sen. Westrom, MN Senate pass bipartisan proposals that keep childcare providers in business, improve choices for parents

On Monday, May 7, Senator Torrey Westrom and the Minnesota State Senate passed a series of bipartisan bills aimed at addressing the problem of inadequate, expensive childcare by encouraging existing providers to stay in business…

May 11, 2018

Goggin: MDA announces nitrate rule meeting in Red Wing

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture announced Friday, May 11 that they have scheduled additional informational hearings around the state to discuss the proposed nitrate rule, including a stop in Red Wing on June 5. The…

May 11, 2018

Senator Johnson; funding for North Country Food Bank in Senate bonding proposal

(St. Paul-MN) North Country Food Bank is one step closer to opening their new facility thanks in part to funding included in Senate Bonding proposal, released May 9. The plan authorizes $3 million in capital…

May 11, 2018

Senator Johnson; funding for University of Minnesota Crookston renovations in bonding proposal

The University of Minnesota Crookston might have some money for campus renovations soon thanks in part to funding included in Senate Bonding proposal, released May 9. The Senate Proposal authorizes $3.2 million in capital funding…

May 10, 2018

Senate unveils bonding bill that funds Preston veterans home; focuses on core public infrastructure

On Wednesday, the Minnesota Senate unveiled an $825 million bonding bill that focuses on core public infrastructure projects throughout the state of Minnesota, including full funding for a proposed veterans home in Preston. “This is…