Lieske statement on looming $5.1 billion state budget deficit

The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) today released its annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projects a surplus of $616 million for the 2026-2027 budget cycle. But…

Jasinski statement on looming $5.1 billion state budget deficit

The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) today released its annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projects a surplus of $616 million for the 2026-2027 budget cycle. But…

Draheim statement on looming $5.1 billion state budget deficit

The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) today released its annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, shows that Minnesota is expected to have a $616 million surplus for…

Nelson statement on looming $5.1 billion state budget deficit

The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) today released its annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projects a surplus of $616 million for the remainder of the 2026-2027 budget…

Sen. Mathews reacts to the November budget forecast

Today Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released the November budget forecast outlining the state’s financial picture. The forecast shows new taxes and fee increases lead to a $616 million surplus at the end of 2026…

Draheim: A missed opportunity to help Minnesota’s small towns

By: SENATOR RICH DRAHEIM  One of the most underreported outcomes of the November elections is the impact of the constitutional amendment extending the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF).   Extending the amendment was sold…

Draz: 2024 elections mark a turning point for Minnesota

By: SENATOR STEVE DRAZKOWSKI   Friends and Neighbors,  The 2024 election reshaped Minnesota’s political landscape, leaving us with a state government on the edge of change. While Vice President Kamala Harris narrowly carried Minnesota with fewer…

Jasinski: Proud to serve as Deputy Republican Leader again

Friends and neighbors, I’m honored to have been reappointed as Deputy Leader of the Senate Republican Caucus. I have held this role for the past two years, and I’m grateful to continue. Leadership isn’t about…

Jasinski: Congratulations to the Wanamingo Fire Department!

Friends and neighbors,  I’m excited to congratulate the Wanamingo Fire Department on receiving a $10,000 grant from State Farm’s Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program. This grant, awarded in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council,…