On Tuesday, Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) and the Minnesota Legislature convened for the first day of 2020 legislative session at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul. The legislative session must adjourn by May 18, 2020. 

“Senate Republicans have a simple goal this session – continue to work to improve the lives of Minnesotans and their families,” said Senator Johnson.  “Over the last three years, we have delivered on our promise to help Minnesotans by passing emergency health care premium relief, significant tax reform, and securing long-term funding for roads and bridges. This year,  we will deliver more of our promises, with additional tax reform, lowering health care costs,  additional funding for transportation, and the elimination of government waste and fraud.”

Last month, Senate Republicans released their Vision 2020 agenda, outlining the Senate majority’s critical priorities for the 2020 session. While not a budget year, the legislature is expected to consider a capital investment bill, a supplemental budget, tax relief, and more. In addition, the Senate will consider measures related to health care costs, energy, public safety, roads and bridges, public infrastructure, job growth, and more.