ST. PAUL, MN – Tonight, Governor Mark Dayton gave his sixth State of the State Address. Due to construction at the State Capitol, it was given at the University of Minnesota. In attendance were Representatives, Senators, statewide elected officials, Supreme Court Justices and honored guests.
“It is an honor to listen to the Governor Dayton deliver his State of the State address. Unfortunately, the first week of the legislative session has be marred by politicians trying to use the struggle of families on the Iron Range as a bargaining chip for corporate tax cuts. I want to thank Governor Dayton for his continuous efforts to put Iron Range families first and his support for extending unemployment benefits. Extending unemployment benefits should have been the first priority for the legislature and it is shameful that has once again been delayed because of worst kind of politics.”
Rep. Ecklund encourages community members to contact him on any legislative issue. He can be reached by email at rep.rob.ecklund.@house.mn or by phone at 651-296-2190.
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