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Legislative Update - October 2, 2019

Wednesday, October 2, 2019















Rep. Lippert



















Dear Neighbors,



I hope the start of fall is treating you well. I wanted to take a moment to let you know about some new ways to get involved in the legislative process, upcoming events, and things we’ve been working on.



 



Climate Action Caucus



Last month saw thousands of courageous students in our state and many more across the world take a stand on climate change and the need for their leaders to get serious when it comes to addressing this issue. My colleagues and I are standing in solidarity with these students, and to show our support we’ve formed the new Climate Action Caucus.



















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This dedicated group of legislators, which I’m proud to be a part of, will work with Minnesotans on a bold, comprehensive plan to fight climate change and create a future in which we all thrive. Stay tuned for more updates on our work.



 



Minnesota Values Project Survey



During the interim, my colleagues and I remain hard at work crafting legislation, holding community meetings, and touching base with constituents. In order to continue our work in a way that improves Minnesota and addresses the issues that matter to you, I ask that you find a moment to take our Minnesota Values Project Survey.



The Minnesota Values Project is a partnership between Minnesotans, elected officials, and organizations to create a shared vision for the future of our state. Minnesotans care deeply about our state and want to see one another succeed. Working together, we can strengthen our communities by improving education opportunities, making affordable healthcare a reality, and increasing economic prosperity for all Minnesotans. You can take the survey here.



 



Mini Session 



This week, the Minnesota House of Representatives will be on the road! From October 2-4, we’ll be holding a historic mini-session in Winona and the surrounding communities. Southeastern Minnesota will host legislators as a number of committee hearings, roundtable discussions, and informative tours will take place in Winona, Austin, and Rochester.



















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Though the Minnesota House doesn’t officially reconvene until February 2020, the mini-session offers a chance for my colleagues and I to see our work through a different lens outside of St. Paul. The last mini-session was in 1997 in Willmar, and we’re hoping our work this year restarts the tradition of holding offsite hearings as part of our efforts to make the Minnesota House more responsive and accessible. You can find an agenda of events here, and I look forward to sharing my experiences with you.



 



DAIRI Program Deadline Extension 



The Dairy Assistance, Investment, and Relief Initiative (DAIRI) has extended their application deadline until October 8, 2019. The DAIRI program provides financial assistance to small- to medium-sized dairy operations that participate in the USDA Farm Service Agency’s Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program.



During the 2019 Legislative Session, we fought hard for an $8 million investment in DAIRI. This funding will be used to help dairy farmers enroll in a national insurance program to provide economic relief for farmers suffering as a result of dangerously low milk prices. You can find more information on eligibility and how to apply on the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s webpage.  



 



LCCMR Survey



One more survey! The Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR) is seeking input for a strategic plan that will guide funding from the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF) for the next six years.



The survey is anonymous and open to the public, and takes less than 5 minutes to complete. The survey will be open until Monday, October 28. You can take the survey online here.



 



Stay In Touch



If you have any questions or comments, either on the topics in this update or the legislative process, please feel free to contact me at rep.todd.lippert@house.mn or (651) 296-0171. I look forward to hearing from you.



Sincerely, 





Todd Lippert






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