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June 7, 2024

Drazkowski statement on first Feeding our Future convictions

Senator Steve Drazkowski (R-Mazeppa) released the following statement on the mostly guilty verdicts for the first seven defendants in the Feeding our Future case: "While these verdicts begin the process of delivering some justice, we…

June 7, 2024

Johnson statement on first Feeding our Future convictions

Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson (R- East Grand Forks) released the following statement after hearing the jury delivered mostly guilty verdicts in the Feeding our Future fraud case: “Today’s verdicts are a reminder that fraud…

June 7, 2024

Eichorn Update: Take a Kid Fishing Weekend!

Friends and neighbors, This weekend is a great chance to get your kids out on the water and teach them about a shared Minnesota tradition – fishing! Starting today through Sunday, Minnesota is hosting “Take…

June 6, 2024

Commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day

Friends and neighbors, On June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, a pivotal moment unfolded in World War II. On this historic day, 160,000 American troops and their Allied forces launched a daring invasion of northern…

June 5, 2024

Local legislators to host EMS Town Hall in Elbow Lake on Monday, June 10

WHO: State Representative Jeff Backer (R-Browns Valley) and State Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) WHAT: Rep. Backer and Sen. Rasmusson invite constituents to learn more about the $30 million aid package for rural emergency medical services (EMS)…

June 5, 2024

Miller: Senate passes EMS aid package with unanimous support

In the final days of the 2024 legislative session, the Minnesota Senate passed a $30 million aid package for rural emergency medical services (EMS) with unanimous support. The bill provides $24 million in emergency aid…

June 4, 2024

Nelson: End of session update

Friends, As the two-year biennium comes to a close, I am at a loss for words. I have been in the House and the Senate. I have been in the majority and the minority. I’ve…

June 4, 2024

Nelson: A permanent reminder of selfless sacrifice

By: SENATOR CARLA NELSON Note: This column was originally published in the Dodge County Independent. Memorial Day weekend held special meaning for the community of Byron this year with the long-awaited dedication of the Byron…

June 3, 2024

Eroding Second Amendment Rights

I want to call attention to something that Democrats passed by shoving it into their last-minute megabus bill – a provision that further erodes at Second Amendment Constitutional Rights: making guns with binary triggers illegal…

May 31, 2024

Drazkowski: Democrats pushing Minnesota to the brink

By: SENATOR STEVE DRAZKOWSKI Friends and neighbors, Over the last two years, Minnesota’s Democrat-controlled government has pushed Minnesota to the absolute brink. 2023 was their first year with complete control of the legislature and governor’s…

May 31, 2024

Jasinski: A frustrating end to the 2024 legislative session

By: SENATOR JOHN JASINSKI As we draw the 2024 legislative session to a close, I am deeply disappointed and concerned about the direction our legislative process has gone under Democrat one-party control. The last two…

May 31, 2024

Gruenhagen: DFL chair conveniently calls on Mitchell to resign after passing extreme agenda

Friends and neighbors, Like you, I was not at all surprised to see DFL Chair Ken Martin finally call for Sen. Nicole Mitchell's resignation now that the 2024 legislative session has concluded. This is exactly…

May 31, 2024

LUCERO: DEMOCRATS ABANDON DEMOCRACY

DEMOCRATS ABANDON DEMOCRACY By: SENATOR ERIC LUCERO The 2024 Legislature officially gaveled out last Sunday night. It continues to be my humble honor serving our great community by representing the values and priorities of our…

May 31, 2024

Draheim: A sad end to the most partisan legislature in history

By: SENATOR RICH DRAHEIM As the curtain falls on the 2024 legislative session, I find myself deeply saddened and even disturbed by the actions taken by the Democrat majorities in the legislature. Their approach to…

May 30, 2024

Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson statement on the death of Minneapolis Police Officer

“I am deeply sorry for another tragic loss of a police officer. The officer’s family, along with the Minneapolis Police Department, are in my prayers as they mourn. I am praying for the full recovery…

May 30, 2024

Senator Dornink: A reflection on the meaning of service

Friends and neighbors, Memorial Day recently passed, and I want to start off by acknowledging all the brave men and women who have served, who are currently serving, and those who sacrificed their lives for…

May 30, 2024

Eichorn Calls Out IRRR For Ignoring Board Guidance; Spending Tax Dollars On New Cannabis Facility

Today Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand Rapids) expressed disappointment in the Tuesday decision to override Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation (IRRR) Advisory Board’s vote against a $2.5 million loan for a tribal cannabis facility. “I am…

May 30, 2024

Gruenhagen: Follow climate science, not alarmism

Friends and neighbors, During a recent debate on a comprehensive energy bill, I gave a speech on the Senate floor expressing my concerns about the misguided push toward unreliable solar and wind energy sources. Our…

May 30, 2024

Lieske: Condemn Democrats’ cynical power politics

Friends and neighbors, On Thursday, Minnesota DFL Party Chair Ken Martin called for Democrat Senator Nicole Mitchell to resign. The timing comes as no surprise. This is exactly what we expected from the Democrats -…

May 30, 2024

Senator Bill Weber: Democrats silence half of Minnesota

Friends and neighbors, As the 2024 legislative session drew to a close on May 20th, the lack of transparency and bipartisanship troubled me. In my 12 years as your state senator, I have never seen…

Drazkowski statement on first Feeding our Future convictions

Johnson statement on first Feeding our Future convictions

Commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day

Local legislators to host EMS Town Hall in Elbow Lake on Monday, June 10

Miller: Senate passes EMS aid package with unanimous support

Nelson: End of session update

Nelson: A permanent reminder of selfless sacrifice

Eroding Second Amendment Rights

Drazkowski: Democrats pushing Minnesota to the brink

Jasinski: A frustrating end to the 2024 legislative session

Gruenhagen: DFL chair conveniently calls on Mitchell to resign after passing extreme agenda

LUCERO: DEMOCRATS ABANDON DEMOCRACY

Draheim: A sad end to the most partisan legislature in history

Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson statement on the death of Minneapolis Police Officer

Senator Dornink: A reflection on the meaning of service

Eichorn Calls Out IRRR For Ignoring Board Guidance; Spending Tax Dollars On New Cannabis Facility

Gruenhagen: Follow climate science, not alarmism

Lieske: Condemn Democrats’ cynical power politics

Senator Bill Weber: Democrats silence half of Minnesota

Nelson: Legislative session concludes, special session coming soon

Jasinski: House Democrat delay leads to special session

Lack of Transparency in Government

Capitol Update – On the Edge of a Special Session

Howe statement on “disappointing” end of regular Session

Housley expresses disappointment over end of session: “Minnesotans should be frustrated”

Senate approves bipartisan State and Local Government and Elections budget agreement

Senate approves bipartisan Human Services policy agreement

Legacy Conference Committee Report fails to uphold the spirit of the Legacy Amendment

Senate passes public safety bill, concerns about prison closure remain