Minnesota State Senator Glenn Gruenhagen (R-Glencoe) returned to the capitol on Monday, February 12 for the beginning of the 2024 session of the Minnesota Legislature. The agenda and debate this session will be shaped in large part by the forthcoming February revenue forecast, scheduled to be released later this month, which will detail the state’s financial picture. A report issued by the office of Minnesota Management and Budget last December projected a small budget surplus for the upcoming session and a $2.5 billion deficit in the following budget cycle.
This session, Senator Gruenhagen and his colleagues are expected to address several key issues, including the undemocratic process for choosing a new flag and seal, a fix for last session’s controversial school resource officer law, emergency responder shortages in rural communities, and more.
“We have several pressing issues to address this year, including Minnesotans’ frustration with the new state flag and seal, fixing the school resource officer law passed by Democrats last year, and dealing with shortages of emergency responders in small communities across the state,” Senator Gruenhagen said. “In addition, it looks like Democrats are planning more tax increases, more bills that prioritize illegal immigrants, and even an assisted suicide bill.”
“I want to hear from you,” Senator Gruenhagen added. “Please reach out to share your thoughts on these topics or any other issues you feel the Senate should address this year. Hearing your input will allow me to better serve as your voice in the Minnesota Senate.”
Contact information
Constituents are encouraged to contact Senator Gruenhagen with any questions, concerns, or feedback:
- Email: Sen.Glenn.Gruenhagen@mnsenate.gov
- Phone: 651-296-4131
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Sen. Gruenhagen is serving his first term in the Senate, and is a member of the committee on Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate and the committee on Labor. He represents district 17, which includes communities in Carver, McLeod, Meeker, Sibley, and Wright Counties.