Kiffmeyer: Looking ahead to the 2021 session
Looking ahead to the 2021 session By Senator Mary Kiffmeyer As I write this, we are already less than 50 days from the start of the next regular legislative session. On January 5, 2021, a…
Senator Jasinski statement on Senators Tommasoni and Bakk leaving DFL caucus to form new Independent Caucus
State Senator John Jasinski (Faribault) today issued the following statement in response to an announcement by Senator David Tomassoni (Chisholm) and Senator Tom Bakk (Cook) that they were leaving the Senate DFL Caucus and will…
Senator Kiffmeyer asks Secretary of State Steve Simon for detailed information on 2020 election integrity and security
Minnesota Senate State Government and Elections Chairwoman Mary Kiffmeyer (R-Big Lake) today sent a letter to Secretary of State Steve Simon requesting comprehensive details regarding the conduct of Minnesota’s 2020 primary and general elections. The…
Senator Johnson supports Line 3 permit approval
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on Thursday issued numerous crucial permits and licenses moving the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline replacement project closer to construction. “For several years now,…
Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen: Gov. Walz must reconsider using natural disaster recovery account to rebuild Minneapolis
Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen (R-Alexandria) released the following statement today regarding Governor Walz’s intention to nearly drain the state’s disaster relief fund to use for fire damage during this summer’s riots and civil unrest in Minneapolis.…
Senator Rarick applauds newest Line 3 permit approval
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on Thursday issued numerous crucial permits and licenses moving the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline replacement project closer to construction. “Today’s announcement is encouraging…
Senator Utke statement on Line 3 permit approval
Senator Utke today issued the following statement in response to Minnesota’s Pollution Control Agency and Department of Natural Resources decisions to grant environmental permits for Enbridge’s proposed oil pipeline across northern Minnesota “Today the Enbridge Line…
Utke: Gov. Walz is wrong to use disaster relief account for Minneapolis riots
Friends and neighbors, You may have missed it with all of the election-related news flooding social media and newspapers, but last week Gov. Tim Walz made a really disappointing decision that will have an impact…
Senator Bruce Anderson: Data that closes bars can – and should — be used to re-open schools
Friends and neighbors, Yesterday Gov. Walz announced a series of new restrictions related to the COVID pandemic. Among the notable ones are new caps on wedding receptions (a maximum of 50 people beginning November 27,…
Senator Bruce Anderson: Gov. Walz should rethink using natural disaster recovery account to rebuild Minneapolis
Senator Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) released the following statement today regarding Governor Walz’s intention to nearly drain the state’s disaster relief fund to use for fire damage during this summer’s riots and civil unrest in Minneapolis.…
Senator Kiffmeyer: Thank you, Veterans
Friends and Neighbors, As we approach this upcoming Veterans Day, I am reminded of the 327,000 veterans that call Minnesota home. Veterans are some of the strongest members of our society and I am proud…
Jasinski: Disaster Relief Fund is not for riots, civil unrest
Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) released the following statement today regarding Governor Walz’s intention to nearly drain the state’s disaster relief fund to use for fire damage during this summer’s riots and civil unrest in Minneapolis.…
Data that closes bars should re-open schools
Senator Michelle Benson released the following statement on Governor Walz’ new COVID restrictions today: “The data-driven approach can be used not just to restrict activity, but to re-open safely. If there is data to prove…
ROSEN: Disaster Relief Fund is not for Riots, Civil Unrest
Senator Julie Rosen (R- Fairmont) released the following statement upon notice that Governor Walz intends to nearly drain the state’s disaster relief fund to use for fire damage during the riots and civil unrest following…
Senator Mark Johnson appointed to Deputy Majority Leader of Senate Republican Caucus
Following a hard-fought 2020 election, Senate Republicans maintained control of the Minnesota State Senate with a narrow one-vote majority. Within the same week, Senate Republicans were already at work organizing for the next session. Following…
Jasinski: Thank you for the privilege of serving you once again
Thank you for the privilege of serving you once again By Senator John Jasinski Even though I have run for public office a number of times, the feeling of your neighbors choosing you to represent…
Senate Republicans Announce Leadership Team
(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senate Republicans have announced new leadership for the 2021-2022 legislative session. Senator Paul Gazelka (R-East Gull Lake) was re-elected as Majority Leader and Senator Jeremy Miller (R- Winona) as Senate…
Senator Kiffmeyer: Expressing my heartfelt gratitude for everyone who ran for office
By: Senator Mary Kiffmeyer While some races are still being decided, the 2020 election is by-and-large in the books. For many, the work will continue as they prepare to transition into their new roles at…
Senator Jeremy Miller Receives ‘20 Under 40’ Leadership Award from the Council of State Governments
Senator Jeremy Miller Receives ‘20 Under 40’ Leadership Award from the Council of State Governments Sen. Miller was one of only 20 recipients from around the country to receive the honor (St. Paul) — Minnesota…
Senator Rosen: Bonding bill was a compromise that served the people
Note: this column originally ran in the Mankato Free Press. Being a leader often demands tough decisions. Legislating is rarely cut-and-dry, and the people who chose you to be their voice in government demand results.…