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July 13, 2017

Jensen to lead new Senate committee to improve health care affordability

State Senator Scott Jensen (R-Chaska) has been tapped to lead a new Senate committee tasked with developing ideas to make Minnesota health care more affordable. The bipartisan Senate Select Committee on Health Care Consumer Access…

July 12, 2017

Sen. Bill Ingebrigtsen: Mille Lacs Lake residents deserve to be heard

Greg Thomas, a resort owner on Mille Lacs Lake, was recently quoted in the news saying his profits have dropped 75% in recent years due to walleye fishing restrictions, a sentiment echoed by many small…

July 12, 2017

Draheim appointed to Senate committee on health care affordability

State Senator Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake) has been appointed to serve on a new Senate committee that will explore new ideas to improve health care in Minnesota. The new committee will be called the Senate…

July 12, 2017

Sen. Mark Johnson named 'legislator of distinction' by League of Minnesota Cities

Early last week, Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) was recognized by the League of Minnesota Cities as a “Legislator of Distinction”. The honor was granted to 14 state senators and 18 state representatives this…

July 11, 2017

Sen. Lang to host series of town hall meetings on July 22

Residents of Senate District 17 are invited to attend a series of town hall meetings hosted by Sen. Andrew Lang (R-Olivia), Rep. Dave Baker (R-Willmar), and Rep. Tim Miller (R-Prinsburg) on Saturday, July 22. The…

July 11, 2017

Sen. Paul Anderson honored by League of Minnesota Cities

Last week, Senator Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth) was recognized by the League of Minnesota Cities as a “Legislator of Distinction.” The honor was granted to 14 state senators and 18 state representatives this year, recognizing them…

July 11, 2017

Dahms honored for advocacy on behalf of local cities

In recognition of his legislative commitment to local communities, Sen. Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls) was named a “Legislator of Distinction” by the League of Minnesota Cities. The honor, which was given to 14 state senators…

July 5, 2017

In his first session, Sen. Relph honored by League of Minnesota Cities

In recognition of his legislative work to advance Minnesota’s cities, Sen. Jerry Relph (R-St. Cloud) was named a “Legislator of Distinction” by the League of Minnesota Cities. The honor, which was given to 14 state…

July 5, 2017

Senjem honored for legislative work by League of Minnesota Cities

In recognition of his legislative commitment to advancing Minnesota’s cities, Sen. David Senjem (R-Rochester) has been named a "Legislator of Distinction" by the League of Minnesota Cities. The honor, which was given to 14 state…

June 30, 2017

Senator Kiffmeyer to Secretary Simon: Send Trump public data

In response to Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon’s refusal to cooperate with President Trump’s request to provide public voter information to his Election Integrity Commission, Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer (R-Big Lake) released the following statement "Secretary…

June 27, 2017

Statement of Majority Leader Gazelka on court-ordered temporary injunctive relief

Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka released the following statement after Ramsey County District Court approved injunctive relief to fund the legislature until October 1, 2017. "This court order will temporarily prevent further damage to the state's credit rating and allow…

June 26, 2017

Sen. Scott Jensen announces town hall meeting

SEN. SCOTT JENSEN TOWN HALL MEETING ADVISORY State Senator Scott Jensen will host a town hall forum on July 14 for residents of Senate District 47 to discuss the state budget, transportation, tax relief, and…

June 20, 2017

Sen. Nelson recognized for advocacy in cancer prevention

In recognition of her advocacy and her legislative work on cancer prevention and patient quality of life, Sen. Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) was recently named a recipient of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Distinguished…

June 15, 2017

Statement from Majority Leader Gazelka about S&P Global Ratings placing Minnesota on a Credit Watch

Statement from Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka about S&P Global Ratings placing Minnesota on a Credit Watch: "There are real consequences to defunding the legislature, including a potential credit downgrade. The governor should call an…

Sen. Dan Hall discusses a bill in committee

June 14, 2017

Sen. Hall thanks retiring teachers for dedication to Minnesota children

With the completion of the 2016-2017 school year, many teachers from schools throughout Minnesota will be retiring. Some, like Hidden Oaks Middle School music director Terri Thomas, are closing the book on long, successful careers;…

June 8, 2017

Jasinski named “First-Term Legislator of the Year”

The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) has announced Sen. John Jasinski (R-Faribault) is the recipient of their 2017 First-Term Legislator of the Year award. The award is given annually by the 90 member cities…

June 7, 2017

Sen. Nelson recognized for her leadership, advocacy in education

In recognition of her commitment to improving education, her support of effective education policy, and her leadership in public service, Sen. Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) was recently appointed an Education Commission of the States commissioner. Sen.…

June 7, 2017

Benson: Governor Dayton's attack on the Legislature is unconstitutional

Many of you are aware of the controversy between the governor and the Legislature. House and Senate Republicans worked hard to find agreements with the governor to complete a state budget and finish the 2017…

June 7, 2017

Senjem: We accomplished much that had been left undone

The following, authored by Sen. David Senjem (R-Rochester), appeared in the Rochester Post Bulletin on June 13, 2017. Looking back at the 2017 legislative session, I believe great progress was made on issues that most…

June 6, 2017

Weber: Republicans get it done in 2017 legislative session

The following, authored by Sen. Bill Weber (R-Luverne), appeared in the June 13, 2017 edition of the Worthington Daily Globe, as well as several other area newspapers. In January, I began my second term as…