Merry Christmas from Senator Anderson
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! As Christmas approaches, I am looking forward to all the traditions my family has enjoyed for generations. Sharing a meal and reflecting on the reason for this season are…
Legislative update from Senator Anderson
Friends and Neighbors, As session quickly approaches, we are almost through the list of last session’s accomplishments! Judiciary and Public Safety I serve on the Judiciary and Public Safety Finance and Policy committee. One of…
Sen. Rarick’s legislative update: Merry Christmas!
Hello Neighbor, It’s hard to believe, but Christmas is already upon us. Like many of you, I plan to celebrate with my family. No matter how you celebrate, though, I hope you will take a…
Senate Republicans hear presentation on Minnesota laws to prevent violence
The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety met today to learn more about current laws designed to prevent violence and review gaps in enforcement of those laws. The committee also announced a second hearing…
Senator Ingebrigtsen appointed to Human Services Reform Committee
On Thursday, Minnesota Senate Republicans announced that Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen (R-Alexandria) will serve on the Senate’s Human Services Reform Finance and Policy Committee in 2020. “I’m proud to have been appointed to serve on the Senate’s…
Jasinski: An update on the problems at the Dept. of Human Services
An update on the problems at the Dept. of Human Services By: Senator John Jasinski The last time I wrote a column about the turmoil at the Department of Human Services was the end of…
Senator Hall Named 2019 MGA Hero of the Food Industry
The Minnesota Grocers Association announced Senator Dan Hall (R-Burnsville) as a 2019 Hero of the Food Industry. Hall received the honor for his leadership in advancing the food industry’s priorities during the 2019 Minnesota Legislative…
Senate Republicans respond to Governor’s announcement of an outside review of DHS
Today, Governor Walz announced he is beginning the process to hire an outside firm to examine the mismanagement and dysfunction at the Department of Human Services. Senate Republican leadership responded with the following statements: Senate Health…
Senator Kiffmeyer Legislative Update
Friends and neighbors, …
Senator David Osmek responds to Senate DFL’s New Clean Energy and Climate Caucus
) On Tuesday, DFL members of the Minnesota Senate today announced their new statewide Senate DFL Clean Energy and Climate Caucus. The new caucus will develop progressive energy policies and prioritize initiatives they believe will…
Statement from Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen on chronic wasting disease deer found in Douglas County
The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirms an 8-year-old white-tailed doe tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) after its white-tailed buck pen-mate killed it in a small, two-deer, hobbyist herd in Douglas County. The…
Statement from Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen on the passing of Perham Guardsman
State Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen, R-Alexandria, issued the following statement today upon confirmation that District 8 resident Chief Warrant Officer 2 Charles P. Nord, from Perham, was among the three Minnesota National Guard soldiers who died…
Rarick: It’s time to break up the Department of Human Services
It’s time to break up the Department of Human Services By: Senator Jason Rarick It’s time to break up the Minnesota Department of Human Services. This was the recommendation of Acting Commissioner Pam Wheelock this…
Housley renews call to modernize Minnesota’s liquor laws
After two major brewing companies announced they will no longer produce the lower-strength beer that can be sold in Minnesota grocery and convenience stores, Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Marys Point) is renewing her call to…
Senator Newman: “Budget surplus belongs to the taxpayers”
On Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast, which shows an estimated budget surplus of $1.332 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. The forecast, which is updated twice each year to reflect the…
Senator Relph’s statement on projected $1.3 billion state budget surplus
Last week, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast, which shows a projected budget surplus of $1.332 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. The forecast, which is updated twice each year to reflect…
Senator Anderson to participate in upcoming violence prevention hearings
Senator Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee, announced this week that his committee will hold two informational hearings regarding violence prevention laws. Recent reports of…
Senator Anderson responds to budget surplus
The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) on Thursday released their annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.62 billion for 2020-21 budget cycle. By statute,…
Senator Goggin: surplus belongs to Minnesotans
The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) on Thursday released their annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.62 billion for 2020-21 budget cycle. By statute, $284…
Senator Howe: Budget forecast shows Minnesota’s economy is strong, no need for new taxes
On Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual November budget forecast, showing an estimated budget surplus of $1.332 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. The forecast, which is updated twice each year to reflect the state’s…