Summer update from Senator Jerry Relph
Greetings! I hope you’re having a great summer – it is tough to believe the school year is nearly here. As we spend the last several weeks of summer with our family and friends, I…
Sen. Ruud receives CGMC Legislator of Distinction Award
State Sen. Carrie Ruud was recognized by the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) Aug. 3 during the Coalition’s three-day summer conference in Fergus Falls for her positive impact on the state’s environmental policy. Sen.…
Sen. Ruud Receives Arts Award
Senator Carrie Ruud (R- Breezy Point) received an Arts All Star Award from Minnesota Citizens for the Arts (MCA) in front of a capacity crowd during a performance of L’Exotique at the Lakes Area Music…
Senator Hall: Furthering K-12 Education in Minnesota
Neighbors, This year Republicans placed a strong emphasis on education. We were able to deliver major funding increases for schools across Minnesota, and schools in our area in particular. I have received a lot of…
Sen. Nelson: With math and reading scores staying flat, we need to step up successful initiatives
The following commentary, authored by Sen. Carla Nelson (R-Rochester), appeared in the August 10, 2017 edition of the Star Tribune. Minnesota has a nation-leading education achievement gap. We’ve known this since the implementation of No Child…
Eight Republican senators honored by Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities
Following a legislative session that accomplished tremendous good for rural communities, eight Republican senators were honored by the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities this week. The honor is awarded in particular policy areas and is…
Statement from Sen. Jerry Relph on the 2018 preliminary insurance rates
Following the release of the preliminary 2018 rates for health insurance purchased on the individual market, Sen. Jerry Relph (R-St. Cloud) issued the following statement: “Yesterday’s rate announcement is welcome news for Minnesotans who purchase…
Statement of Senate Majority Leader Gazelka on 2018 health insurance rates
This morning, Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka issued the following statement regarding the announcement of the preliminary rates for health insurance sold on the individual market in 2018: “A year ago, Commissioner Rothman said the…
Statement from Sen. Eric Pratt on the 2018 preliminary health insurance rates
On Monday, the Minnesota Department of Commerce released preliminary rates for the state’s 2018 individual insurance market, revealing that recent legislative reforms could reverse a multi-year pattern of double-digit premium increases that have plagued the state…
Statement from Sen. Paul Utke on the 2018 preliminary health insurance rates
On Monday, the Minnesota Department of Commerce released preliminary rates for the state’s 2018 individual insurance market, revealing that recent legislative reforms could reverse a multi-year pattern of double-digit premium increases that have plagued the state…
Statement from Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer on the 2018 preliminary health insurance rates
Minnesota’s preliminary rates for the state’s 2018 individual insurance market were revealed by the Department of Commerce on Monday revealing that recent legislative reforms have reversed a multi-year pattern of double-digit premium increases that have…
Goggin urges residents to make their voices heard on dredging issue
Dear Neighbors, As you are likely aware, the Army Corps of Engineers has outlined a dredging plan that would have several negative consequences for Wabasha residents. The plan calls for dredged material – sand and…
Statement from Sen. Ingebrigtsen regarding legislative lawsuit ruling
At the end of the 2017 session, Gov. Dayton line item vetoed funding for the legislature. He did this in an attempt to force legislators to return to the bargaining table to renegotiate some of…
Sen. Jensen responds to Ramsey County Court ruling against Gov. Dayton veto of funding for the legislature
A Ramsey County Court today ruled that Gov. Dayton cannot use his line item veto authority to eliminate funding for the state legislature. Sen. Scott Jensen (R-Chaska) released the following statement about the court’s action.…
Sen. Jasinski statement on Ramsey County Court decision to overturn Gov. Dayton veto
At the end of the 2017 session, Gov. Dayton used his line item veto authority to eliminate funding for the legislature. Today, a Ramsey County Court ruled the governor’s veto unconstitutional. Sen. John Jasinski (R-Faribault)…
Sen. Draheim statement on Ramsey County Court overturning Gov. Dayton veto
Today, a Ramsey County Court found the governor’s recent veto of funding for the legislative branch to be unconstitutional. Sen. Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake) issued the following statement. “I am satisfied with the court’s ruling…
Sen. Hall responds to Ramsey County Court ruling against Gov. Dayton veto
At the end of the 2017 session, Gov. Dayton attempted to use his line item veto authority to eliminate funding for the House and Senate. A Ramsey County Court today ruled the governor’s veto unconstitutional,…
Sen. Goggin responds to Ramsey County Court ruling on Gov. Dayton veto
At the end of the 2017 session, Gov. Dayton attempted to use his line item veto authority to eliminate funding for the legislature. Today, a Ramsey County Court ruled the governor’s veto unconstitutional. Sen. Mike…
Sen. Chamberlain responds to Ramsey County Court ruling on Gov. Dayton veto
At the end of the 2017 session, Gov. Dayton attempted to use his line item veto authority to eliminate funding for the legislature. Today, a Ramsey County Court overturned the governor’s veto as unconstitutional, thereby…