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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…

May 10, 2018

Bill to combat opioid addiction passes Senate

The Minnesota Senate today took a significant step in the battle against opioid addiction when Senate File 730, which dedicates resources to opioid prevention and treatment programs, was approved by a 60-6 vote. The bill, authored…

May 10, 2018

Goodhue, Wabasha, and Winona County projects to receive bonding money

Three bonding projects carried by Senator Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing) are slated to receive funding under an $825 million bonding proposal announced today. The road- and infrastructure-heavy plan also includes funding for the Wabasha Rivertown…

May 10, 2018

St. Croix riverbank restoration included in Senate bonding proposal

Funding for the city of Stillwater to restore the riverbank area of the St. Croix River was included in the Senate bonding proposal unveiled on Wednesday. Approximately $1.65 million was included in the $825 million…

May 10, 2018

Senator Justin Eichorn secures funding for Bemidji State University’s, Hagg-Sauer Hall

Bemidji State University might be one step closer to securing funding for its new academic learning center thanks to funding included in Senate Republican Bonding proposal, released May 9. The plan authorizes $22.512 million in…

May 10, 2018

Senator Justin Eichorn secures funding Bemidji Veterans Home

The Bemidji Veterans Home might be one day closer to realization thanks to funding included in Senate Republican Bonding proposal released on May 9. The proposal authorizes $12.4 million in state funding match federal dollars…

May 10, 2018

Sen. Eichorn’s Douglas J. Johnson Economic Protection Trust Fund bill passes Senate

On Thursday, May 10, bipartisan legislation authored by Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand Rapids) to protect resources in the Douglas J. Johnson Economic Protection Trust Fund (DJJ) passed the Senate in a 66-0 vote. The bill,…