Senator Bill Weber

Senator Weber’s weekly update for March 2, 2018

Dear neighbors, With the second week of the 2018 legislative session behind us, the pace has picked up considerably here at the Capitol — and things are moving quickly! I wanted to take a moment…

Jasinski to carry ‘Minnesotans for Ridesharing’ bill

A new coalition committed to bringing ridesharing to all of Minnesota launched at the Minnesota State Capitol on Thursday. “Minnesotans for Ridesharing” includes business organizations, non-profits, restaurants, hospitality venues and individuals who believe the Minnesota…
Senator Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake)

Sen. Draheim: Budget surplus result of tax relief

Sen. Rich Draheim: Budget surplus result of tax relief   On Tuesday, February 28, officials at with the State of Minnesota announced a state government budget surplus of $329 million. The surplus is $518 million…

Chamberlain: February revenue forecast shows tax cuts work

Earlier today, the office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its February revenue forecast, which provides information and outlook for Minnesota’s financial picture. According to the report, the state has a $329 million surplus…
Sen. Paul Gazelka

Minnesota forecasts ongoing budget surpluses and economic growth

Speaker Kurt Daudt (R-Crown) and Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R-Nisswa) released the following statement regarding Minnesota’s budget surplus Wednesday. “Everyone agrees: today’s budget forecast shows tax cuts lead to economic growth. The doom and…