Sen. Paul Anderson’s Final December Newsletter
In my four years, I am proud to say that over 50 of my bills were signed into law by either Governor Dayton or Governor Walz. Some of the highlights: $62.5 million in small business…
Senator Chamberlain’s legislative priorities for 2021
As the incoming chair of the Senate’s Education Committee, my agenda this year will be focused on improving the way we deliver education. Minnesota has long prided itself on having one of the best education…
Senator Goggin update: A Preview of the Upcoming Session
Hello again friends and neighbors! As I write this, we are about one week away from the new legislative session. After four years, it continues to be an amazing privilege to serve as your voice…
Senator Westrom holiday update: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Friends and neighbors, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas. I made this past video talking about why Christmas means so much to me, and it’s apropos to…
Benson, Pratt: Walz must announce on Monday a plan to re-open closed businesses
Benson, Pratt: Walz must announce on Monday a plan to re-open closed businesses (ST. PAUL, MN) – Senators Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake) and Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) sent a letter to Governor Walz outlining the timeline expectations…
Sen. Kiffmeyer Legislative Update: previewing the new session
Friends and neighbors, The new legislative session will begin next week and the agenda will be busy since this is the state budget year. We will also consider more forceful ways to encourage the governor…
Senator Newman will serve on committees on Rules, Local Government, and Education in addition to chairing Transportation Committee
The Minnesota Senate on Monday announced committee assignments for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session. In addition to serving as chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson) will continue to serve on the…
Senator Ukte Legislative Update: Minnesota moves to adopt California emissions standards
Greetings, Senate District 2! I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your family, a Very Merry Christmas! I hope this Holiday Season provides a chance to spend some much-needed time with family…
Senator Kiffmeyer: Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas!
Friends and neighbors, This Christmas looks different than it normally does but the Reason for the season has not changed. We can celebrate in the midst of challenges as others have done throughout many past…
Senator Utke will serve on Human Services Reform, Commerce, and Energy Committees for 2021-2022 session
Senator Utke will serve on Human Services Reform, Commerce, and Energy Committees for 2021-2022 session Senator Utke was previously announced as chair of the new Human Services Licensing Committee (St. Paul) — The Minnesota Senate…
Senator Rosen to continue as chair of Senate Finance Committee
Senator Rosen to continue as chair of Senate Finance Committee In addition, Senator Rosen will serve on the committees for Health and Human Services and Housing The Minnesota Senate on Monday announced committee assignments for…
Senator Jasinski receives full committee assignments; will serve as chair of Local Government Committee, as well as on Capital Investment, Higher Education, Property Taxes, and Transportation Committees
The Minnesota Senate on Monday announced committee assignments for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session. In addition to serving as chairman of the Senate Local Government Committee, Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) will once again serve as…
In addition to chairing Senate Jobs Committee, Senator Pratt will serve on committees on Finance, State Government, Redistricting, and Bonding
The Minnesota Senate today announced committee assignments for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session. In addition to serving as chairman of the Senate Jobs and Economic Growth Committee, Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) will serve as…
Coleman Secures Committee Assignments Vital to Carver County
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senator-elect Julia Coleman (R-Chanhassen) announced her committee assignments for the 2021-2022 session today. She will serve on the Tax Committee, Transportation Committee, Education Committee, and the Sub-Committee on Metropolitan Governance. “I…
Dornink Secures Committee Assignment on Capital Investment, Ag, Labor, and Human Services Licensing Committees
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Today, Senator-Elect Gene Dornink (R- Hayfield) announced his committee assignments for the upcoming legislative session. In his first session, Dornink will serve on the Capital Investment Committee, Agriculture Committee, and two newly…
Senate Republicans Release Committee Assignments
(ST. PAUL, MN) –Today Senate Republicans released committee assignments for members, as well as two Independent Caucus members. RulesChair: GazelkaJohnsonLimmerMillerNewmanWeberBakkFinanceChair: RosenBensonIngebrigtsenKiffmeyerJohnsonPrattTaxes Chair: Nelson Chamberlain Miller Weber Coleman Bakk HHS Chair: Benson Abeler Draheim Koran Rosen Nelson State Government and Elections Chair: Kiffmeyer Howe Koran Pratt Osmek Human Services Reform Chair: Abeler Benson Nelson Utke Housley Gov’t Tech & Reform Chair: Koran Draheim Osmek Westrom Judiciary &…
Statement from Pegi Broker-Relph and Leader Gazelka on the passing of Senator Jerry Relph
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Pegi Broker-Relph released the following statement following the passing of her husband, State Senator Jerry Relph: “I’m heartbroken to share that my husband, Jerry Relph, has passed away and entered his heavenly home.…
Senator Newman statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules in January
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards in January. Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson), chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, issued the following statement. “This…
Senator Goggin statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards. Senator Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing) issued the following statement: “Minnesotans care about the environment, but this is…
Senator Nelson statement on MPCA announcement that they will officially adopt California-style clean car emissions rules
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency today announced that they will move to adopt California-style clean car emissions standards. Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester), issued the following statement: “In principle, the effort to get more low-emission cars…