Minnesota Legislature
Session Daily Archive
A compendium of Session Daily articles dating back to 2004
Results:
Bill proposes ongoing assistance for state's struggling renters
By Nate Gotlieb
Permanent rental assistance could be on the way for tens of thousands of low-income Minnesota households who qualify for federal help but don't receive it.
In effort to close wage gap, employers could be prohibited from asking about past salaries
By Tim Walker
HF403 aims to close the gap by prohibiting employers, including labor unions and employment agencies, from asking about a prospective employee’s past pay.
State prescription drug purchasing program wins narrow approval in health committee
By Victoria Cooney
HF8, approved in the House Health Finance and Policy Committee, would move all drug purchasing for public health care programs to the department.
Mental health, hemp-tracking software prioritized in agriculture budget
By Nate Gotlieb
The department’s proposed $250 million budget in the 2022-23 biennium would promote and regulate Minnesota farm and food products and allow prompt response to diseases and pests that threaten state resources, leaders said.
Public weighs in on racial justice recommendations for MN schools
By Rachel Kats
“Frightening,” “unacceptable,” “alienating” and “traumatizing” were a few of the words used to describe the opportunity gaps and racial disparities that exist in Minnesota’s education system.
Governor's jobs budget targets workers, businesses amidst 'unprecedented' times
By Tim Walker
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought into focus many weaknesses in the state’s economy that need to be addressed before it can even start to return to pre-pandemic levels.
Week in Review: Jan. 25-29
By HPIS Staff
With the introduction of his $52 billion budget proposal this week, Gov. Tim Walz made the first major move of the 2021 legislative session, setting the stage for the hearings, ...
Committees told capital projects should be ready for climate change
By Rob Hubbard
Minnesota’s weather is expected to get warmer, wetter and more violent. How can the state’s infrastructure be ready?
House panel hears about public safety concerns in Greater Minnesota
By Tim Walker
The House Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Finance and Policy Committee heard from the public on community-centered public safety in Greater Minnesota.
‘Common sense’ or 'hyper-partisan?' Elections bill clears House committee on party-line vote
By Mike Cook
On an 8-5 party-line vote, HF9, as amended, was approved Friday by the House State Government Finance and Elections Committee.
House sends legislation to governor extending remote marriage license options
By Tim Walker
HF17/SF26*, which would extend the ability of local registrars to receive and approve marriage license applications during the COVID-19 pandemic using remote technologies, was approved 127-3 Thursday by the House.
House panel hears similarities, challenges of policing in Greater Minnesota
By Tim Walker
Violent crime, drug addiction, human sex trafficking, domestic abuse, and other public safety challenges are statewide problems and are not just law enforcement issues for the metropolitan area, public safety officials said Thursday.
Debate continues on clean energy standard bill
By Rob Hubbard
Is Minnesota one step closer to instituting a “100% clean energy standard” for utilities doing business in the state? Well, maybe a half-step.
Transportation members updated on state’s infrastructure present and future needs
By Jonathan Mohr
The House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee on Thursday was given an update on the state’s transportation infrastructure and the news was mixed.
Interventions in early childhood could prevent life-long skills gaps
By Rachel Kats
Being born into a low-income family increases the likelihood that children will develop lifelong skills gaps, but with very early inventions that can be prevented, lawmakers heard Thursday.
