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,…

Senator Jasinski Receives Legislator Award from Transportation Alliance

Senator John Jasinski was recognized by the Minnesota Transportation Alliance, a statewide coalition of organizations advocating for safe and effective transportation, for his work championing improvements to roads and bridges in Minnesota. Senator Jasinski received…

Jasinski named Deputy Senate Republican Leader once again

Minnesota State Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) has been reappointed by Senate Republican Leader Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) to serve as Deputy Leader of the Senate Republican Caucus, continuing a role Senator Jasinski has been…

Senator Anderson: A time to reflect on our many blessings

Friends and neighbors, Happy Thanksgiving! We often get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life and forget to pause and appreciate the many blessings we have. Thanksgiving offers the perfect opportunity to…