Senator Anderson Legislative Update
Friends and Neighbors, Summer is coming to an end, and kids are getting ready to head back to school. Although we accomplished a lot last session, I am particularly proud of the work we did…
Senator Kiffmeyer Legislative Update: August 22nd
Friends and Neighbors, I hope you all are enjoying the last few weeks of summer. It is hard to believe that the State Fair is starting and it’s almost time for kids to go back…
Senator Julie Rosen named 2019 Public Official of the Year by Care Providers of Minnesota
The Care Providers of Minnesota have named state Senator Julie Rosen (R-Vernon Center) as their 2019 Public Official of the Year. The non-profit organization, which has been active in the effort to reform Minnesota’s elder…
Sen. Rarick legislative update: What’s happening with the insulin debate
Friends and neighbors, You have probably heard some of the heart-wrenching stories of individuals struggling to afford their insulin prescriptions, which can cost thousands of dollars per month. No matter what party you belong to,…
Sen. Rich Draheim targets overbilling of building permit fees
Following release of report on building permit fees, Sen. Draheim to hold committee hearing on topic Following the release of a report from the Housing Affordability Institute detailing numerous concerns across Minnesota with municipal building…
Senate Republican efforts lead to essential coverage for diabetics
Today Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Minnesota announced $0 cost insulin for fully insured members in their individual, small, and large group policies. The change is made possible because of the Republican-led senate reforms to stabilize…
Senator Ingebrigtsen honored as a 2019 Legislator of Distinction by the League of Minnesota Cities
The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 34 state lawmakers, including Senator Bill Ingebrigsten (R-Alexandria), as 2019 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the…
Senate Republican efforts lead to more good news for Minnesota: Affordable, accessible insulin now available from Blue Cross Blue Shield
Today Blue Cross Blue Shield Minnesota announced $0 cost insulin for fully insured members in their individual, small, and large group policies. The change is made possible through reforms from the Republican-led Senate to stabilize the…
Senator Howe honored as a 2019 Legislator of Distinction by the League of Minnesota Cities
The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 34 state lawmakers, including Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville), as 2019 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the…
Meet your Senate Republican majority at the 2019 Minnesota State Fair
August 21, 2019 Don’t miss the chance to meet your Senate Republican majority at the Minnesota State Fair! Senators from the Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus will be at the Great Minnesota Get-Together throughout the fair,…
Jasinski: What we accomplished in 2019 — health and human services
What we accomplished in 2019: health and human services By: Senator John Jasinski Health and Human Services is the not just the fastest growing area of the state budget, it’s also the most bloated. The…
Senator Jason Rarick honored with 2019 Housing Leadership Award
Housing First Minnesota has named state Senator Jason Rarick (R-Pine City) as a recipient of their 2019 Housing Leadership Award, the organization announced. Housing First Minnesota, a leading advocate for homebuilders and remodelers, honored Sen.…
Senator Dahms calls out fraud, mismanagement in state human services agency
Last week, the Minnesota Senate held a joint oversight hearing to investigate allegations of fraud and mismanagement within the state’s Department of Human Services (DHS). The department, which is the state’s largest agency, has been…
Senator Howe’s Update on DHS Turmoil
This week, the Senate’s Health and Human Services committees held a joint hearing regarding the ongoing crisis at the Department of Human Services (DHS). The objective of the hearing was to receive testimony to get…
Senator Utke’s DHS Update
I was at the capitol this week to participate in a joint hearing of the Senate’s Health and Human Services committees investigating the ongoing turmoil occurring in the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Unfortunately, during…
Senator Rarick invites veterans to attend 2019 Duluth ‘Stand Down for Veterans’ event for access to free support services and assistance
On August 23, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans will be hosting the 2019 “Duluth Stand Down for Veterans” at Duluth Bayfront Festival Park. Veterans will have access to a number of no-cost services, such…
Sen. Miller: Taiwan trade mission a success!
Greetings from the district,Recently I had the privilege of leading a multi-state, bipartisan legislative delegation to Taiwan. The trip was sponsored and paid for by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China (Taiwan). The…
Senate Republicans shine a light on DHS management and fraud issues
An extensive joint hearing today by the Senate Health and the Human Services Committee and Senate Human Services Reform Committee confirmed a culture of mismanagement that lead to easy fraud opportunities and difficult work culture…
Senator Limmer responds to calls for gun reform hearings
Senator Latz: Thank you for your letter asking for interim hearings on legislation regarding red flag laws and expanded background checks for purchasing firearms. We too are moved by the recent tragic events in El…
Legislators release bi-partisan, bi-cameral letter in support of PolyMet
ST. PAUL, MN—A regionally diverse, bipartisan coalition of 70 lawmakers led by Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka, R-Nisswa, and House Minority Leader Kurt Daudt, R-Crown, sent a letter this week to Governor Tim Walz in…