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February 16, 2021

Senator Weber supports legislation holding cities accountable to fund public safety budgets, responds to Walz accusation on police support

On Monday, the Senate passed legislation that would hold cities accountable to pay their mutual aid agreements and prevent Governor Walz from diverting funds away from education and healthcare to cover cities’ public safety costs…

February 16, 2021

Senate Education Committee approves a series of bills to improve student mental health, including social media limitations

The Senate Education Committee on Monday heard a series of bills aimed at improving access and support for students struggling with mental health issues, including a landmark bill to tackle the growing problem of social…

February 15, 2021

Senator Mathews supports holding cities responsible for paying their public safety mutual aid bills

Today, the Senate passed a bill off the floor that would hold cities accountable to pay their mutual aid agreements and provide a process for public safety reimbursement without diverting funds away from education and…

February 15, 2021

Senator Newman, Senate Republicans vote hold cities accountable to fund police budgets, provide LGA reimbursement process for mutual aid

The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that would hold cities accountable to pay their mutual aid agreements and prevent Governor Walz from diverting funds away from education and healthcare to cover cities’ public…

February 15, 2021

Senator Jasinski, Senate Republicans vote hold cities accountable to fund police budgets, provide LGA reimbursement process for mutual aid

The Minnesota Senate today approved a bipartisan bill that would hold cities accountable to pay their mutual aid agreements and prevent Governor Walz from diverting funds away from education and healthcare to cover cities’ public…

February 15, 2021

Minnesota Senate holds cities accountable to fund public safety budgets, provide LGA reimbursement process for mutual aid

Today, the Senate passed legislation that would hold cities accountable to pay their mutual aid agreements and prevent Governor Walz from diverting funds away from education and healthcare to cover cities’ public safety costs that…

February 15, 2021

Goggin’s Helmets to Hardhats bill to help veterans land a new career clears first committee

The Minnesota Senate Veterans Committee recently approved new funding for the successful Helmets to Hardhats program. “Helmets to Hardhats” is a national nonprofit that helps military service members transition into civilian life by connecting them…

February 15, 2021

Senator Dornink responds to Gov. Walz turning back dial on hospitality industry

At 4:00 Friday morning, MPR reported that Governor Walz would be moving back some dials today regarding the hospitality industry. After continued pressure from the GOP, Governor Walz has reacted to concerns about reopening businesses,…

February 13, 2021

Jasinski: Capitol roundup: Gov. Walz asks for a bailout for Minneapolis

Capitol roundup: Gov. Walz asks for a bailout for MinneapolisBy: Senator John Jasinski It has been a busy couple of weeks at the capitol. Here is a roundup of some of the news you may…

February 13, 2021

Nelson: Gov. Walz’s budget is “out of sync” with Minnesotans

Gov. Walz’s budget is “out of sync” with MinnesotansBy: Senator Carla Nelson The biggest objective of the 2021 legislative session is constructing a new two-year state budget. This is a task that must be accomplished…

February 13, 2021

Goggin: Capitol news roundup: helping veterans find a meaningful career in the trades

Capitol news roundup: helping veterans find a meaningful career in the tradesBy: Senator Mike Goggin The 2021 legislative session is in full swing. Most hearings and activities are still being conducted remotely due to the…

February 13, 2021

Senator Rosen statement on Gov. Walz adjusting Covid restrictions: “The governor is moving far too slowly”

Minnesota Senator Julie Rosen (R-Fairmont) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Walz slightly adjusting Covid business restrictions. “Restaurants being able to stay open later is good, but we’ve got to move quicker, particularly…

February 12, 2021

Senator Jasinski aims to boost funding for road improvements in small cities and townships

Minnesota Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) this week moved to drive more funding to improvement projects in small cities and townships across Minnesota. “Safe, reliable roads are one of those things you don’t truly appreciate until…

February 12, 2021

Senator Johnson Supports Driving More Funding to Roads & Bridges

(ST. PAUL, MN) – On Tuesday the Senate Transportation Committee heard legislation that seeks to increase funding towards the state’s transportation budget, without raising taxes. Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) released the following statement in support of…

February 12, 2021

Senate Republicans plan to continue affordable reinsurance program

The commitment comes after the reinsurance program has delivered on its promise of improving access and affordability for health care consumers. (St. Paul, MN) – Today, Senate Republicans announced legislation to extend Minnesota’s successful reinsurance program for…

February 12, 2021

Senator Nelson statement on Gov. Walz relaxing Covid restrictions: ‘A focused prevention effort, instead of a one-size-fits-all policy, remains the best direction going forward.’

Minnesota Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) today issued the following statement in response to Gov. Walz relaxing Covid business restrictions. “I appreciate the governor’s willingness to relax some Covid restrictions but I remain concerned about the…

February 12, 2021

Legislative Update from Senator Ruud

Greetings District 10! It’s been another busy week in St. Paul with committee hearings to discuss and debate legislation. Please note the Governor announced today loosening restrictions on restaurants, businesses, weddings and additional venues. Executive…

February 12, 2021

Senator Utke Legislative Update: COVID Vaccines, Education, and the Budget Forecast

Friends and neighbors, While many folks will be enjoying a holiday on Monday February 15, the Senate will be in session continuing to work hard to pass common sense legislation that benefits ALL Minnesotans. I…

February 12, 2021

Senator Newman on Gov. Walz’s Covid adjustments: The governor is ‘continuing his one-man rule and abusing his emergency powers’

Minnesota Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson) today issued the following statement in response to Gov. Walz slightly adjusting Covid business restrictions. “It might look like the governor is showing mercy on Minnesotans, but in reality he…

February 12, 2021

Senator Pratt Statement on Governor Walz Changing COVID Restrictions

Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) today released the following statement in response to Governor Walz changing COVID restrictions: “I’ve been a strong advocate for allowing our businesses to open, but with proper notice so that…