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House OKs measure to appropriate federal funds for election security
By Jonathan Avise
House lawmakers passed a measure Thursday that would free up millions in federal grant funds targeted at protecting Minnesota’s election systems from bad actors.
HF14, sponsored by Rep. Michael Nelson (DFL-Brooklyn Park), would retroactively credit state expenditures on election security efforts to meet a required 5 percent state match to free up nearly $6.6 million in federal Help America Vote Act grant funds.
Passed by a 105-23 vote, the bill now goes the Senate, where Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer (R-Big Lake) is the sponsor.
Congress passed the grant funds as part of a larger appropriations bill in March 2018 in an effort to thwart future cyberattacks on election infrastructure. Minnesota was the only state that did not claim those grant dollars ahead of the 2018 election after former Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed the appropriation as part of a larger bill.
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Drug cost hikes could be subject to attorney general's review
By Victoria Cooney
Rep. John Lesch (DFL-St. Paul) is sponsoring a bill intended to stop price gouging that can prevent people from getting the medications they need.
Special education providers feeling buried by paperwork
By Rachel Kats Special education teachers and administrators are commonly finding themselves caught in a whirlwind of processes and paperwork, often taking precedence over serving their high-needs students, officials told lawmakers.Outdoor heritage bill, appropriation change held over
By Erin Martin
Appropriations of more than $127 million that would fund dozens of outdoors projects around the state was one focus of Tuesday’s House Environment and Natural Resources Finance Division hearing.
House panel hears bill to reimburse motorists overcharged by much-maligned MNLARS
By Jonathan Avise
HF131, sponsored by Rep. Rick Hansen (DFL-South St. Paul), would appropriate $2 million to pay back those vehicle owners overcharged for registration fees and taxes by the Minnesota Licensing and Registration System, known as MNLARS.
Bill would mandate move toward carbon-free electricity by 2050
By Rob Hubbard
Since the 2007 Next Generation Energy Act was signed into law, Minnesota has been increasing its use of renewable energy sources for electricity. But a bill heard Tuesday would look further into the future and require that 100 percent of the state’s electricity come from carbon-free sources by 2050.
House panel advances bill giving tax credits to employers who hire veterans
By Tim Walker
Employers could be provided an income tax credit for hiring disabled or unemployed veterans.
Bill proposes additional funds to stem growing struggle for some to access healthy food
By Erin Martin
Because access for healthy food can be limited for some Minnesotans, additional funding is being sought for the Good Food Access Program.
School lunch participation solid, but breakfast program lags
By Rachel Kats
Lawmakers are briefed on the implementation of the federal Health Hunger-Free Kids Act in Minnesota.
State’s colleges and universities seek more than $380 million for capital projects
By Jonathan Mohr
The University of Minnesota and Minnesota State system are seeking nearly $400 million combined for capital improvements.
House committee hears pair of bills aimed at helping lessen load of student debt
By Rob Hubbard
HF502 would make the state’s student loan tax credit — which reduces a payer’s tax liability by up to $500 —into a refundable credit.
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Committee deadlines for 2019 unveiled
By Mike Cook
Legislators and the public officially know the timeline for getting bills through the committee process.
House committees, schedule and chairs announced for 2019-20 biennium
By Jonathan Mohr
The framework for the 2019 legislative session took shape Wednesday as House DFL leaders announced the committee structure, chairs and the schedule lawmakers will follow when they reconvene Jan. 8, 2019.
Strong suburban showing puts DFL in control of House
By Mike Cook
Winning a number of key races in the Twin Cities suburbs, the DFL picked up 18 seats and will hold a 75-59 advantage when the House convenes Jan. 8, 2019.
Omnibus bills provide framework for the state's biennial budget plan
By Ricky Campbell
At the beginning of the state’s two-year fiscal cycle, the first year of the legislative session is traditionally a “budget year.” It’s a lengthy process, but it’s one that requ...
