Friends and neighbors, This will be my last email newsletter until after the election. Because it’s an election year, campaign laws prohibit me from sending mass mailings after July 17. I’m still allowed to post on Facebook, so follow me there for updates …
Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) was recognized by the Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters Association (MPFF) as a recipient of the prestigious Bronze Axe. The award recognizes Rasmusson’s leadership in supporting Minnesota firefighters and …
By Senator Rich Draheim A recent report showed that health insurance rates on MNsure could rise by double digits again next year. If the rate hike is approved by regulators, these increases would add to the financial challenges already facing families …
Senate Republican Assistant Leader Julia Coleman (Waconia) denounced the actions of the Minnesota Pardon Board, including Governor Tim Walz and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, for pardoning illegal immigrants convicted of violent crimes to help …
As we approach Independence Day, I'm reminded that June has revealed two very different visions of what deserves our attention. One vision tells us to celebrate ourselves, define our own truth, and place personal identity at the center of everything …
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled today that states can ban transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports, upholding laws in Idaho and West Virginia in a 6-3 decision that touches more than two dozen states with similar bans on the books. The …
Friends and neighbors, The U.S. House recently issued a 200-page report that implicates Gov. Walz and A.G. Ellison, concluding that both men knew about widespread fraud and chose to do nothing about it for years. As you know, Minnesota’s pervasive fraud …
Senator Mark Koran (R–North Branch) was appointed this week to the Legislative Inspector General Advisory Commission. The commission will make recommendations to the governor on the appointment of the inspector general and conduct hearings to review the …
Celebrating America’s 250th by Senator Jason Rarick The Fourth of July is an incredible holiday – it’s often a time we get together with friends and family, watch fireworks, barbecue, and enjoy a well-deserved break from daily routines. But in reality, the …
Minnesota took significant steps to combat fraud and safeguard taxpayer dollars during the 2026 legislative session. Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R–Fergus Falls) authored and supported several anti-fraud measures that were enacted into law. These reforms …
Friends and neighbors, Every July 4th, we celebrate freedom. In 2026, we mark 250 years since the American colonies declared independence from Great Britain through the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. At that time, the colonies …
On Tuesday, June 23, Senator Andrew Mathews (R–Princeton) and Representative Shane Mekeland (R–Clear Lake), along with leaders of Big Lake’s Options, Inc., hosted a public town hall to discuss problems with the Minnesota Department of Human Services’ …
Senator Michael Kreun (R-Blaine) was appointed this week to the Legislative Inspector General Advisory Commission. The commission is responsible for making recommendations to the governor regarding the appointment of the inspector general and conducting …
At Senator Westrom’s St. Paul office, visitors are greeted by the classic Minnesota state flag, which the DFL leaders should not have taken away from Minnesotans. However, local communities have the authority to keep flying it, like many have done, and …
A Flawed Provider Revalidation Process at DHS by Senator Jason Rarick Fraud is the topic on everyone’s minds, and every time a new story comes out, it seems many of these fraudsters are targeting human services programs meant to help our most vulnerable: …
Friends and neighbors, Last week I sent out the first part of my end-of-session review, covering the fight to protect your gun rights, nuclear energy, and a significant minerals tax update for northern Minnesota. If you missed it, you can catch up here: …
State Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) will receive the Minnesota Legacy Award from the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) at the group's Legislative Awards Dinner on July 23 in New Ulm. The award is given to legislators who are retiring …
Sen. Andrew Mathews, R-Princeton, and Rep. Shane Mekeland, R-Clear Lake, are joining Big Lake-based Options, Inc. representatives to host a town hall meeting regarding the impacts state processing delays may have on services provided to vulnerable …
Friends and neighbors, Minnesota is spending a lot of money on safety net and welfare service programs. According to data from Minnesota Fiscal Excellence, our state has over 227 government employees per 100,000 residents working on public welfare programs …
Friends and neighbors, Thousands of Minnesotans who depend on disability services, autism therapy, addiction recovery care, and in-home support are at risk of losing their providers because the state abruptly terminated the Medicaid enrollment of more than …
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