Minnesota State Senate
Recent News About Minnesota State Senate
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Minnesota economic report predicts surplus now, but deficits later
The Office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) recently released its annual November economic report, according to the Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus.
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Miller recognized as one of 20 distinguished leaders from across the nation
Senate President Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) of Minnesota has been recognized as one of 20 distinguished leaders from around the United States.
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Minnesota Senate Republicans pass imperative jobs creation bill
Minnesota Senate Republicans have passed a jobs creation bill that will benefit state residents.
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New bonding bill provides millions for state projects
State Senate Republicans passed a bill that involves tax, bonding and budget provisions, shelling out $1.36 billion for projects, according to a Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus news release.
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Jasinski joins effort to end Walz's emergency powers
Gov. Tim Walz’s peacetime emergency powers continue to be a point of contention in the state legislature as Sen. John Jasinski (R-Faribault) voted for the fourth time in support of a resolution to bring them to an end.
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Jasinski: Republican attempts to ease Walz’s COVID-19 emergency decree unsuccessful
Minnesota Sen. John Jasinski (R-MN) said an attempt by Republicans to rescind a state of emergency ordered by Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) because of the COVID-19 pandemic was turned back by Democrats, but he pledged to try again in September.
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Minnesota GOP wants school district to decide on learning options for upcoming school year
As the 2020-21 school year approaches, Minnesota State Senate Republicans said they support letting school districts decide on how they want to operate.
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Goggin applauds Nilssen’s Hub Food Center in Zumbrota
Sen. Mike Goggin wrote in a Facebook post that he applauds Nilssen’s Hub Food Center in Zumbrota who promoted locally grown products and farms exceptionally well.
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Miller: 'Most parents favor return to classrooms'
State Sen. Jeremy Miller said students must come first when decisions are made on restarting school this fall.
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Nelson's Medical Assistance bill passes unanimously
A bill to allow Minnesota residents using Medical Assistance (MA) to participate in clinical trials was passed by the state Senate, a press release from the Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus states.
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From Minnesota State Wire
Minnesota businesses to reopen after Senate passes bill
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill that allows businesses to begin reopening in the state regardless of Gov. Tim Walz's executive orders.
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From Minnesota State Wire
Benson pleased that Minnesota can resume elective surgeries
Sen. Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake) is glad that Gov. Tim Walz has signed an order to resume elective surgeries in Minnesota.
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Funding for social distancing at farmer's markets available
State Sen. Mike Goggin wants farmer's markets that are eligible to apply for funding through the New Farmers Market Cost Share Program, he said in a Facebook post on April 23.
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Jasinski wants to bring citizens back to work
State Sen. John Jasinski doesn't agree with Gov. Tim Walz's latest decisions regarding COVID-19, according to a press release.
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Minnesota Senate forms committee to develop COVID-19 responses
A new committee put together by the Minnesota Senate will be used to develop the state's response to the pandemic as the nation nears a COVID-19 surge.
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Minnesota Senate passes emergency coronavirus relief package
The Minnesota Senate passed a $330 million emergency COVID-19 relief package on March 26 that will go toward critical programs.
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Coronavirus legislation to help small businesses, students, essential services
Minnesota Senate Republicans have passed a third COVID-19 response bill, totaling $331 million, to help the state fight the pandemic.
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Miller said those on front lines of COVID-19 pandemic deserve ‘huge debt of gratitude’
Sen. Jeremy Miller recently expressed his gratitude for the workers risking their lives in the fight against the coronavirus.
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Miller urges Walz to reopen businesses
Sen. Jeremy Miller released a statement in response to Gov. Tim Walz's decision to close Minnesota bars, restaurants and other businesses until March 27 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the state.