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Legislative Update- Make your Voice Heard in the Presidential Primary

Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Rep. Bierman

Dear Neighbors,

It’s hard to believe we’re already two weeks into the new year. I hope this finds you well and staying warm!

The 2020 legislative session is scheduled to begin on February 11- less than a month away! Before we hit the ground running, I hope you’ll be able to share input and ideas with Senator Clausen, Representative Huot and myself on Monday, January 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Ridge Middle School in Apple Valley. Everyone is welcome.

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If you can’t make it Monday evening, I’ll be hosting my ‘Community Coffee Hour’ on Saturday, January 25 at 9:30 a.m. at the Dunn Bros on Galaxie Ave. in Apple Valley. The format is casual, so everyone is welcome to come and go as they please. I’d love to hear directly from you about what your priorities are before session begins.

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Climate Action Caucus Update

On Sunday, I attended the Climate Action Caucus’s off-site meeting in West. St. Paul at the Dodge Nature Center. We learned about conservation, mitigation, adaptation and how climate change intersects with our state’s natural resources, in addition to solutions going forward. For more information, you can visit the Climate Action Caucus’s page here.

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Minnesota’s Presidential Nominating Primary

This year, Minnesotans can select candidates for President in a primary election. No matter what your party affiliation is, it's important to cast your vote. Absentee balloting for the 2020 Minnesota presidential nominating primary begins this Friday, January 17th. You can order an absentee ballot or update your voter registration here.

 

Here's a short Q and A for more information:

 

When will the presidential nomination primary take place?

March 3, 2020.

 

Will all parties be on the same ballot?

No, each major party will have a separate ballot.

 

Will there be a place to write in a choice or vote for “uncommitted”?

If it is requested by the party chair. Party chairs will need to submit names of write-in candidates to be counted seven days before the primary.

 

Will any other offices be on the ballot?

No, only presidential candidates from a major party will appear on the presidential primary ballot. Other offices with a primary will be on the primary ballot in August.

 

Will parties have to abide by the primary results?

The presidential primary results must bind the election of delegates in each party.

 

Will there still be precinct caucuses?

Yes, precinct caucuses and local and state nominating conventions will still take place on February 25, 2020 to conduct other party business. 

 

Stay Connected

Please contact me anytime with feedback or input. I’m always happy to answer questions or see how I can be of assistance. You can reach me at 651-296-5506 or by email at rep.robert.bierman@house.mn. For additional updates, follow me on Facebook here.

 

Thank you for the honor of representing you at the Capitol.

 

Sincerely,

Robert Bierman

State Representative