Senator Paul Anderson

A message from Senator Paul Anderson

Dear Friends, Like many of you, my heart has been broken all week for George Floyd. What happened to him is inexplicable, sickening, and so very sad. Justice must and I believe will be served…

Senate’s food bank fundraiser crushes goal

A Senate-led fundraiser to benefit food banks across Minnesota has officially come to a close, and the effort was a tremendous success. In less than one month, the effort raised a grand total of $18,325…
Senator Karin Housley

Freelance hair and makeup exemption signed into law

On Wednesday, bipartisan legislation that exempts freelance hair and makeup artists from being required to obtain a full cosmetology license was signed into law by Governor Tim Walz. The bill, authored by Senator Karin Housley (R-St.…

Senator Rosen End of Session Legislative Update, May 21

Greetings Neighbors! We completed the 2020 Session here at the Capitol Sunday night. Although things are still changing on a daily basis, I remain encouraged by the community we have in District 23 during these…

Memorial Day message from Senator Kiffmeyer

Friends and Neighbors, On this coming Monday May 25th, we as American citizens, observe Memorial Day, a day that serves to commemorate the brave men and women who have given their lives while serving in…
Senator Bruce Anderson

Senator Anderson’s Legislative Update

Friends and Neighbors, The 2020 session has come to a close. COVID-19 transformed a lot of our process this year as we prepared for the projected surge and worked to support our Minnesota families and…
senator michelle benson

Benson: Church guidelines are disrespectful of faith communities

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Deputy Majority Leader Michelle Benson (R- Ham Lake) released the following statement in response to Gov. Walz’s recommendations for the next phase of re-opening amid the coronavirus pandemic:   “Governor Walz is tone…

Gazelka: No reason to discriminate against churches

(ST. PAUL, MN) –  Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R East Gull Lake) released the following statement in response to Gov. Walz’s recommendations for the next phase of re-opening amid the coronavirus pandemic: “Throughout history, the church…