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November 16, 2023

Senator Rasmusson hosts event showcasing state and federal funding opportunities for local communities

On Thursday, Nov. 2nd, Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) hosted an event at Thumper Pond Resort in Ottertail for city and county officials to learn about state and federal funding opportunities available for local projects.…

November 15, 2023

Lucero: Great Progress on Hwy 169 Redefine

Friends and neighbors, Those who’ve recently driven Hwy 169 are already aware, but for those who haven’t, I wanted to provide a quick update regarding the Hwy 169 Redefine Project. Earlier this month, all freeway…

November 15, 2023

Drazkowski: Nitrates in Water and the Future of Farming in South Eastern Minnesota

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This past week I joined with State Representatives Pam Altendorf and Steve Jacob to issue a statement condemning the surprise inspections on 2 dairy farms in Southeastern Minnesota by the EPA.…

November 15, 2023

Senator Koran, Isanti officials present Highway 65 pedestrian bridge project to Senate Bonding Committee

On Thursday, November 9, Senator Mark Koran (R-North Branch) welcomed members of the Senate's Capital Investment Committee to Anoka Ramsey Community College's campus in Coon Rapids, where the committee heard a presentation about a proposed…

November 15, 2023

Lieske: New paid leave tax much larger than advertised

Friends and neighbors, Republicans strongly support expanding access to paid family leave benefits. Giving workers paid time off to bond with a new baby or care for a loved one is a crucial step towards…

November 15, 2023

Gruenhagen: Paid leave will cost much more than we were told

Friends and neighbors – As you remember, last session Democrats excitedly passed a paid family leave program. Their proposal was poorly designed and incredibly fiscally irresponsible – it created an enormous new government bureaucracy, restricted…

November 13, 2023

West Central Child Care Center Directors host elected officials to discuss issues impacting child care services

On Wednesday, Oct. 25, the West Central Child Care Center (WCCC) Directors group–made up of child care center directors who operate care facilities within the region–hosted state and federal elected officials to discuss key issues…

November 9, 2023

Supporting our Veterans, on Veterans Day and Beyond

Minnesota Veterans deserve recognition and support for their sacrifice and brave service to our state and country. Veterans Day is one day dedicated to honoring their sacrifice and bravery, but their needs and concerns should…

November 9, 2023

Senator Dornink: Remembering and following in the example of our veterans

Friends and neighbors,Veterans Day is this weekend, and I want to focus on it and the importance of remembering those who have served or are now serving, and those who gave their lives for the…

November 8, 2023

Senator Anderson: Honoring all who have served our Nation

Friends and neighbors, On Veterans Day, we recognize the courageous and patriotic men and women who have served the United States of America. In Minnesota, we have the privilege to honor the more than 300,000 Veterans…

November 8, 2023

Westrom participates in WCA Knights pep fest as referee ahead of the Girls Volleyball State Tournament

On Saturday, Nov. 4, the West Central Area Knights defeated the Underwood Rockets 3-1 to claim the Section 6A title, qualifying for the 2023 Class A state tournament. Senator Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria) released the following…

November 7, 2023

Jasinski: Helping emerging farmers get their operations off the ground

Friends and neighbors -- Being a farmer is an exceptionally difficult career. One of my goals in the Senate is to make sure we not only show farmers the appreciation they deserve but also to…

November 7, 2023

Jasinski: Thank you, Veterans!!

Friends and neighbors – As we approach Veterans Day, I hope we can all take a moment to reflect on the appreciation and respect we owe to the men and women who have served this…

November 6, 2023

Gruenhagen: President Biden’s border failures impact Minnesota

Friends and neighbors – The Star Tribune recently published an eye-opening story reminding us that the Biden administration’s utter failure to control our borders is not contained to states like Texas or New York. We…

November 6, 2023

Senator Jordan Rasmusson appointed to Joint Task Force on Emergency Medical Services

On Thursday, Nov. 2, Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) was appointed to serve on the Joint Task Force on Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The Task Force consists of a bipartisan group of legislators, five from the House and five…

November 2, 2023

Senator Bill Weber, Senate Capital Investment Committee tour projects throughout Senate District 21

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, Senator Bill Weber (R-Luverne) joined members of the Minnesota Senate Capital Investment Committee and local officials to tour 15 infrastructure and development projects throughout Senate District 21. The group stopped at the local projects…

November 2, 2023

Senator Julia Coleman: SRO fix cannot wait until February

Friends and neighbors, When I first ran for the Minnesota State Senate, I was nine months pregnant with my first son. I ran to be a voice for the most vulnerable members of our society…

November 1, 2023

Democrats’ expensive paid leave program cost increasing by $630 million

Earlier this week an actuarial study was released regarding the state’s paid leave program. Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) released the following statement in response:“This study confirms what we’ve said all along: the Democrats’ plan is excessively…

November 1, 2023

Supporting and Honoring Minnesota Veterans

Every year on November 11th, we celebrate Veterans Day by paying tribute to the brave men and women of our country’s Armed Forces. We honor those who have stepped up to serve and have put…

October 31, 2023

Gruenhagen: In Support of Israel

Friends and neighbors – Last week, 70 members of the Minnesota House and Senate – all Republicans – released a joint letter in support of the Jewish people and Israel’s right to defend itself against…