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January 12, 2023

Senator Lucero, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate on Wednesday unanimously voted to approve a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans. Senate Republicans approved this tax conformity last year. “I’m a strong…

January 11, 2023

Senator Andrew Mathews: Senate passes tax conformity bill, cuts taxes for individuals and small businesses

The Senate today passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Princeton). The bill was passed with…

January 11, 2023

Senator Jordan Rasmusson: Senate passes tax conformity bill, cuts taxes for individuals and small businesses

The Senate today passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million, said Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls). The bill was passed…

January 11, 2023

Senator Limmer to begin work to repeal government safety net for failed politicians

Former Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson utilized the law to be re-hired at Metro Transit this week. ST. PAUL, MN – Today, Senator Warren Limmer (R- Maple Grove) announced he is examining how to repeal…

January 11, 2023

Senator Miller, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…

January 11, 2023

Senator Lieske, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans approved…

January 11, 2023

Senator Koran, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…

January 11, 2023

Senator Gruenhagen, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…

January 11, 2023

Senator Eichorn, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…

January 11, 2023

Kreun, Senate pass tax conformity bill—providing $100 million in tax relief

Today the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million. The bill was passed with bipartisan support and is…

January 11, 2023

Senator Draheim, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…

January 11, 2023

Wesenberg, Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

Today the Senate passed a tax bill that provides more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans. Senator Nathan Wesenberg (R-Little Falls) issued the following statement: “While I’m happy our first bill off the…

January 11, 2023

Senate passes tax conformity bill, cuts taxes for individuals and small businesses

ST. PAUL, MN – Today the Senate passed a tax conformity bill, bringing Minnesota in line with recent federal tax changes and cutting tax collections by more than $100 million. The bill was passed with unanimous…

January 11, 2023

Senator Drazkowski, Minnesota Senate approve $100 million in tax relief

The Minnesota Senate today unanimously approved a tax bill that will provide more than $100 million in tax relief for Minnesotans, particularly to people who were hit the hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Senate Republicans…

January 11, 2023

Senate Republicans push back against Democrat overreach, increase their representation on key committees

Today Senate Republicans received notification they will have an additional nine spots on Senate Committees, nearly all from non-metro districts. The Committee representation has been a concern of Republicans and a priority to fix since…

January 10, 2023

Senator Cal Bahr sworn in for first term in Minnesota Senate

On Tuesday, Jan. 3, Senator Cal Bahr (R-East Bethel) took the oath of office and began his first term in the Minnesota State Senate. Senator Bahr represents Senate District 31, which includes communities in Anoka and…

January 9, 2023

Nelson bill would eliminate tax on Social Security benefits

In the early days of the 2023 legislative session, Minnesota State Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) introduced a bill to fully and immediately repeal the state’s outdated double tax on Social Security benefits, allowing Minnesota’s retirees…

January 9, 2023

Back in Session

Last week, the Minnesota Legislature kicked off the 93rd legislative session. It has been a privilege to serve northern Minnesota in the House for the last 10 years, and through that time, we got a…

January 9, 2023

Sen. Rarick: The Senate is Back in Session

The 2023 Minnesota Senate convened this week for the 93rd Legislative Session. With the start of Session came the traditional swearing in of Senators, new and returning, a discussion about priorities for the state, and…

January 9, 2023

Senator Kreun Sworn In for 2023 Legislative Session

On Tuesday, January 3rd, Senator Michael Kreun (R-Blaine) was sworn in for his first term in the Minnesota State Senate. “I am honored to be sworn in for my first term and look forward to…