With students at the Capitol advocating for a smoke free generation.
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Here is an update from the Capitol.
Real ID
On Thursday, the House passed legislation that is a priority for millions of Minnesotans who travel by plane or need to ender federal facilities. House File 3, the Real ID compliance bill, will allow our state to comply with federal mandates and ensure that Minnesotans can continue to fly without undue burden. The original legislation was passed by Congress in 2005 to make it more difficult for terrorists to obtain a fake ID card.
Without the passage of this law, starting in January 2018, a Minnesota-issued driver’s license will no longer be a valid form of identification to fly domestically. If signed into law, the federal government will give us until 2020 to fully implement federal Real ID mandates.
Furthermore, for those concerned about opting into federally mandated requirements, this legislation provides a two-track system so Minnesotans can choose whether or not to get a Real ID-compliant license.
Minnesotans deserve peace-of-mind when flying, and this legislation will ensure that people can continue to fly domestically with their state-issued identification. I will keep you updated on the bill’s progress this session.
Sunday Sales
This week, the House passed legislation to legalize the sale of alcohol on Sundays on a vote of 85-45. This marks the first time in state history that this was passed as standalone legislation.
The repeal of this sales ban, which has been in place since statehood, has been something many Minnesotans have advocated for over the past several decades. Like other Minnesota businesses, liquor stores should have the option to be open every day of the week, and consumers are asking for additional choice and convenience.
If this measure can also pass a full Senate vote, Governor Dayton has indicated he will sign the bill into law.
Coffee and Conversation with Kelly this Saturday
I am inviting you to "Coffee and Conversation with Kelly" at Jerry's Foods in Woodbury on Saturday, February 25th.
This is an opportunity for people in Woodbury to come and share their priorities with me for the legislative session. From health care reform to REAL ID, there are a number of important issues moving through the legislature this year, and I welcome your questions, input and ideas on how we can make our great state even better.
I hope to see you there!
Here are the details:
WHAT: Coffee and Conversation with Kelly
WHEN: Saturday, February 25, 2017
WHERE: Jerry’s Foods, 7760 Hargis Pkwy, Community Room #1, Woodbury, MN 55129
TIME: 8:30-9:30 am
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As always, if you have ideas about what you would like to see happen this session or need assistance on a matter of state government, I welcome you to contact me. Please don’t hesitate to call (651-296-1147), email (rep.kelly.fenton@house.mn) or stop by my office.
Sincerely,
Kelly
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