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April 2, 2026

Heintzeman: Continued efforts to restrict Second Amendment rights

Friends and neighbors, This was also a very active week for gun control proposals across multiple Senate committees. Instead of focusing on criminals and repeat offenders, many of these proposals focus on adding new restrictions…

April 2, 2026

Heintzeman: An attack on snowmobile and ATV trails

Friends and neighbors, The Environment Committee heard Senate File 1245, a Democratic proposal that would dramatically restrict where snowmobiles and ATVs may operate on state and county forest land across Minnesota. Currently, riders north of…

April 2, 2026

Senator Dornink: A season of reflection and renewal

Friends and neighbors, As legislators, we are off for Passover and Easter break. It is a good time to get away from St. Paul, return to our districts, and be among the folks who work hard…

April 2, 2026

Westrom: DFL leaders’ brazen defiance of Minnesota female athletes must end

On Monday, March 30, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) sued the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL), following through on warnings of legal action against the state…

April 1, 2026

Sen. Draheim helps secure $6.3 million for critical clean water project in Le Sueur

Senator Rich Draheim (R–Madison Lake) today applauded the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority for awarding a $6.3 million loan to the City of Le Sueur for a major clean drinking water project. The financing, which Sen.…

March 31, 2026

Koran Week 6 Legislative Updates

Dear Friends and Neighbors, At long last, spring has arrived in Minnesota - though, as usual, it seems a bit undecided. One day brings sunshine and hints of summer, the next reminds us that winter…

March 30, 2026

Nelson statement on U.S. Department of Justice suing Minnesota and MSHSL over transgender athletes in girls’ sports

The United States Department of Justice sued Minnesota and the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) on Monday, following through on warnings about legal action against the state for continuing to allow transgender athletes to…

March 30, 2026

Lang Week 6 Legislative Updates

Friends and neighbors, It’s Easter week, so from my family to yours, we wish you a very Happy Easter. This week we’re on legislative break and will return to business as usual next week for the final push of…

March 30, 2026

Holmstrom Week 6 Updates

Friends and neighbors, When I got to the Capitol, I made a commitment to focus on the issues that matter most to the people I represent. This week, the Senate spent a significant amount of time…

March 30, 2026

Draheim Week 6 Legislative Updates

Friends and Neighbors, Last week, I shared my frustration with the Walz administration’s continued silence in response to my questions about what they’re doing to stop fraud in state government. This week brought more crickets from the Governor and his team. …

March 30, 2026

Koran Week 5 Legislative Updates

Friends and Neighbors, I recently had the opportunity to meet with the Minnesota Child Care Association during their Day on the Hill. I truly appreciated the engagement, thoughtful discussion, and the many questions that were…

March 27, 2026

Mathews bill explores nuclear energy as a path to lower energy costs and reliable power for Minnesota families

Senator Andrew Mathews (R–Princeton) this week introduced legislation aimed at exploring advanced nuclear energy as a clean, reliable, and affordable power source for Minnesota that could also create jobs and strengthen the state’s economy. “Nuclear…

March 27, 2026

Senator Coleman helps secure passage of family friendly Senate rule change

The Minnesota Senate this week passed a new rule making the Capitol more family-friendly for working parents. The change allows lawmakers to bring their young children onto the Senate floor when necessary due to unforeseen…

March 26, 2026

Westrom helps champion bill to provide more access to fresh eggs at Minnesota food shelves

On Wednesday, March 17, the Senate Agriculture Committee approved bipartisan legislation that would expand access to fresh eggs at Minnesota food shelves and other charitable food assistance programs. Senate File 3891, co-authored by Sen. Torrey…

March 26, 2026

Senator Dahms: Celebrating Minnesota agriculture

Friends and neighbors: From the food we eat to the clothes we wear, we owe so much to America’s farmers, producers, and agricultural leaders. However, their contributions are often overlooked. That is why, since 1973,…

March 26, 2026

Holmstrom: Senate does right thing by repealing Cesar Chavez Day

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously passed legislation to repeal the state observance of Cesar Chavez Day. Senator Michael Holmstrom (R–Buffalo) issued the following statement: “For far too long, this state has honored a man whose…

March 26, 2026

A Legislative Update and a Very Blessed Easter Message

A Legislative Update and a Very Blessed Easter Message by Senator Steve Green We are about halfway through the legislative session – March 27th marked a combination of the first and second deadlines, and I…

March 26, 2026

Draheim: Getting our priorities straight

Senator Rich Draheim As a parent, I spend a lot of time thinking about our family's budget. Do we take a spring break trip, or contribute to the kids' college fund? Do we eat out…

March 25, 2026

Draheim demands answers from Governor Walz and state agencies on fraud crisis amid $259 million federal funding hold

Senator Rich Draheim (R–Madison Lake) today criticized the lack of response from Governor Tim Walz and state agency commissioners to his recent letters seeking transparency on Minnesota's ongoing fraud crisis in public programs. "As a…

March 24, 2026

Senator Koran introduces bill to expand mental health access for Minnesotans

Senator Mark Koran (R–North Branch) today introduced legislation aimed at increasing access to critical mental health services across Minnesota. Senate File 4746 would make it easier for qualified, licensed marriage and family therapists from other…