News – Page 280 – Minnesota Senate Republicans

April 26, 2019

Senate Republicans focus on accountability, reformed cybersecurity in the State Government Budget bill

ST. PAUL, MN – On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed a comprehensive state government finance bill that funds government operations and makes substantial reforms to state agency contracts, budgeting, information technology, and oversight. The bill…

April 26, 2019

Senator Ruud recognizes victims of human trafficking

On Wednesday, Senator Ruud led a bipartisan group of legislators in raising awareness for human trafficking. The Red Sand Project is an effort to bring light to the marginalized members of communities around the world.…

April 26, 2019

Senator Howe, colleagues, pass veterans budget that provides supportive services, honors veteran legacies

On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed a two-year state government budget that funds the state’s veterans and military affairs services and honors Minnesota’s ongoing commitment to the state’s veterans. “The Minnesota Senate reaffirmed its commitment…

April 25, 2019

Senator Jeff Howe, colleagues, invest in bipartisan environment and natural resources budget that prioritizes access to outdoors and protection of the environment

The Minnesota Senate passed bipartisan legislation to fund Minnesota’s environment and natural resources on Tuesday. The omnibus budget bill continues to place an emphasis on funding Minnesota’s critical environment priorities with efforts to tackle both…

April 25, 2019

Senate Republicans pass veterans budget that provides supportive services, honors veteran legacies

ST. PAUL, MN – On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed a two-year state government budget that funds the state’s veterans and military affairs services and honors Minnesota’s ongoing commitment to the state’s veterans. “Respecting and…

April 25, 2019

Senator Mark Johnson selected as a 2019 Emerging Leader

Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) was recently selected as a member of GOPAC’s 2019 Class of Emerging Leaders. The group is made up of promising legislators selected for their potential and ability to impact…

April 25, 2019

Senator Eichorn responds to Radinovich resignation from the IRRR

Responding to the resignation of Joe Radinovich from his position at the Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation (IRRR) and the recent controversy regarding hiring practices over at the IRRR Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand…

April 25, 2019

Minnesota Association of Resources for Recovery and Chemical Health names Sen. Rosen Legislator of the Year

The Minnesota Association of Resources for Recovery and Chemical Health (MAARCH) has named Sen. Julie Rosen (R-Vernon Center) their Legislator of the Year for 2019. The award recognizes Sen. Rosen’s work on substance use disorders,…

April 25, 2019

Senate Republicans focus on accountability, reformed cybersecurity in the State Government Budget bill

Senate Republicans focus on accountability, reformed cybersecurity in the State Government Budget bill ST. PAUL, MN – On Thursday, the Minnesota Senate passed a comprehensive state government finance bill that funds government operations and makes substantial…

April 25, 2019

Senate Republicans pass bill to toughen sex crime penalties, fund new corrections officers

St. Paul – The Minnesota Senate passed with broad bipartisan support the Judiciary and Public Safety Finance Bill today, a $2.385 billion bill that funds the Department of Corrections, the Judicial branch, and criminal divisions…

April 24, 2019

Senate Republican higher education budget focuses on affordability, accountability, and workforce development

Bill caps student tuition, increases financial assistance program, and seeks cost savings for students With broad bipartisan support, the Minnesota State Senate passed the Senate Republican higher education budget that protects students and families from…

April 24, 2019

Senator Jeff Howe, colleagues, prioritize farmer mental health, rural broadband, & affordable workforce housing in bipartisan agriculture budget bill

Also invests in value-added agriculture opportunities for MN farmers, manufactured housing, & home ownership The Minnesota Senate passed bipartisan legislation to fund agriculture, rural development, and affordable housing in Minnesota on Tuesday. The comprehensive budget…

April 24, 2019

Senator Justin Eichorn, colleagues, prioritize farmer mental health, rural broadband, & affordable workforce housing in bipartisan agriculture budget bill

Also invests in value-added agriculture opportunities for MN farmers, manufactured housing, & home ownership The Minnesota Senate passed bipartisan legislation to fund agriculture, rural development, and affordable housing in Minnesota on Tuesday. The comprehensive budget…

April 24, 2019

Senator Justin Eichorn, colleagues, invest in bipartisan environment and natural resources budget that prioritizes access to outdoors and protection of the environment

The Minnesota Senate passed bipartisan legislation to fund Minnesota’s environment and natural resources on Tuesday. The omnibus budget bill continues to place an emphasis on funding Minnesota’s critical environment priorities with efforts to tackle both…

April 24, 2019

Senate Republicans prioritize farmer mental health, rural broadband, & affordable workforce housing in bipartisan agriculture budget bill

Also invests in value-added agriculture opportunities for MN farmers, manufactured housing, & home ownership On a broad bipartisan vote, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation championed by Senate Republicans to fund agriculture, rural development, and affordable…

April 24, 2019

Senator Dahms, colleagues pass agriculture, environment budgets

On Tuesday, Senator Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls) joined his Senate colleagues in passing budgets for the agriculture and environment-related areas of the state government. The bills, which passed with bipartisan support, await action by the…

April 24, 2019

Minnesota Senate approves funding for Roberds Lake cleanup

Minnesota Senate Republicans on Tuesday passed Senate File 2314, a comprehensive environment and natural resources funding bill. The bill includes legislation championed by State Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) that would help clean up Roberds Lake…

April 24, 2019

Senator Lang joins colleagues in passing agriculture, environment budgets

On Tuesday, Senator Andrew Lang (R-Olivia) joined his Senate colleagues in passing budgets for the agriculture and environment-related areas of the state government. The bills, which passed with bipartisan support, await action by the House…

April 24, 2019

Senate Republicans pass environment and natural resources budget that prioritizes access to outdoors, animal disease protection

St. Paul — On Tuesday, Senate Republicans passed a comprehensive environment and natural resources bill on a bipartisan vote of 35-32. The omnibus budget bill, authored by Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen (R-Alexandria), continues to place an emphasis on…

April 24, 2019

Senator Weber, colleagues pass agriculture, environment budgets

On Tuesday, Senator Bill Weber (R-Luverne) joined his Senate colleagues in passing budgets for the agriculture and environment-related areas of the state government. The bills, which passed with bipartisan support, await action by the House…