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Session Daily is an online news service updated every day during session and when news from the House warrants.


Primary could move to August
Committee approval was given to a bill that would move the traditional September primary to August. (view full story) Published 2/9/2010
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Bicyclists may get OK to proceed through red lights
A 2003 law omission could be rectified, much to the delight of those who prefer pedal power. (view full story) Published 2/9/2010

Governor may adopt DFL 'angel' language
Angel investment tax credit language may find its way into Gov. Tim Pawlenty’s supplemental budget proposal. (view full story) Published 2/9/2010
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A two-year moratorium on foreclosure sales proposed.
A two-year moratorium on foreclosure sales proposed. (view full story) Published 2/9/2010

Bonding bill gets division approval
Division approval was given to a high-impact bill despite another warning it could be rejected in whole. (view full story) Published 2/9/2010
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Unemployment insurance frustrations aired
Out-of-work Minnesotans aired some of their frustrations with the state’s unemployment insurance system to members of a House division. (view full story) Published 2/9/2010
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Citizens input needed on government redesign
A citizen comment line and Web site have been created by a bipartisan House caucus to generate ideas on how government can change the way it delivers services. (view full story) Published 2/8/2010
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Bonding might complicate cash flow
State budget officials said the drive to get bonding projects moving quickly this year might add to the state’s looming cash flow shortages. (view full story) Published 2/8/2010
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Haitian relief donation could mean tax relief
Committee approval was given to a bill that would allow Minnesotans to deduct charitable donations toward Haitian relief on their state tax return. (view full story) Published 2/8/2010
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Amendments stall vote on eminent domain bill
Last-minute amendments to a controversial bill that would rescind eminent domain exemptions for public service corporations caused the bill to be laid over until next week. (view full story) Published 2/8/2010

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