By Tim Walker
Domestic violence victims with protective orders still may feel the need to get far away from their abusers, even across international borders.
But if an abuser follows, cur...
By Nate Gotlieb
HF1989, sponsored by Rep. John Huot (DFL-Rosemount), would increase the zoo's fiscal year 2021 allocation by $1.6 million and boost its General Fund allocation from $19.6 million this biennium to $29.5 million next biennium.
By Tim Walker
HF515 would establish a statewide working group to recommend minimum training and set continuing education standards for certification of 911 telecommunicators.
By Jonathan Mohr
While just about everyone agrees more money is needed for Minnesota’s roads, ongoing funding sources are few and the competition for those dollars among the many worthy construction and maintenance projects is fierce.
By Rob Hubbard
HF239, the Natural Gas Innovation Act, would encourage natural gas utilities to develop innovative resources like renewable natural gas, biogas, power-to-hydrogen and power-to-ammonia.
By Nate Gotlieb
Minnesota's rural cities could get funding to fix up ailing single-family homes, which advocates say could help address a shortage of workforce housing outside of the Twin Citie...
By Mike Cook
Since at least the administration of former Gov. Tim Pawlenty, an executive order has been issued by the governor ordering state agencies to consult with the state’s 11 federally recognized tribal nations in addressing state matters with tribal implications.
By Nate Gotlieb
HF1577, sponsored by Rep. Jon Koznick (R-Lakeville), would require the Department of Labor and Industry to study benefits provided to disabled or injured policy officers by Jan. 15, 2022.
By Rachel Kats
HF1972 would create a competitive grant program for postsecondary institutions that serve students with autism and learning differences.
By Rob Hubbard
When you hear “copay” you probably think of health care costs and what your insurance requires when you visit a doctor or buy a prescription. But where you live comes with a “copay,” too.
By Rachel Kats
The National Center for Education Statistics estimates that 94% of teachers spend their own money to stock their classrooms with supplies and materials.
By Nate Gotlieb
HF356, sponsored by Rep. Mike Sundin (DFL-Esko), would exempt such processors from inspection requirements and allow them to operate without a license or a permit, provided their annual sales are less than $15,000.
By Tim Walker
The Women of Color Opportunity Act would establish and fund grant and loan programs for organizations supporting girls and women of color in business, education, employment and finance.