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Rarick: 'I will continue to ensure that Pine City residents have access to quality care'
Sen. Jason Rarick (R-Pine City) made a statement regarding Fairview Health Services' changes to their health care system, including the closing of their clinic in Pine City.
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Miller votes in favor of Veterans Restorative Justice Act to help nonviolent, at-risk veterans
Sen. Jeremy Miller voted in favor of the Veterans Restorative Justice Act during the fourth special session this year of the Minnesota Legislature.
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Kiffmeyer pens letter describing disapproval of Walz's mandatory mask order
Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer recently wrote a letter to her constituents expressing her knowledge that many of them are frustrated with Gov. Tim Walz's mandatory mask order.
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Senate approves measure to let districts choose their model of learning for the fall
The Minnesota Senate voted in favor of letting school district decide the model they think is best suited to use when school starts up again in the fall.
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Walz distributes $841 million in COVID-19 relief following legislative plan, Kiffmeyer says
Minnesota’s governor followed a plan to distribute $841 million in federal CARES funding to local governments in compromise legislation agreed to by the Senate and House in their special session.
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Anderson decries protest violence, demands leadership must step up
State Sen. Paul Anderson said while the pain, anger and frustration surrounding the death of George Floyd is warranted, there is no justification behind looting and rioting.
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Kiffmeyer reflects on the meaning of Memorial Day
In a news release posted by Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer, she took a moment to reflect on what Memorial Day means.
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From Minnesota State Wire
Minnesota businesses to reopen after Senate passes bill
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill that allows businesses to begin reopening in the state regardless of Gov. Tim Walz's executive orders.
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From Minnesota State Wire
Benson pleased that Minnesota can resume elective surgeries
Sen. Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake) is glad that Gov. Tim Walz has signed an order to resume elective surgeries in Minnesota.
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Kiffmeyer supports curbside pick-up for salons, praises reopening of outdoor recreation
Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer has expressed her disappointment on Minnesota salons and barber shops not being allowed to offer curbside pick-up of their products during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Kiffmeyer disagrees with stay-at-home order, says businesses need to reopen
Gov. Tim Walz has extended the "Stay Home MN," Executive Order through May 4, as the state of Minnesota continues their fight against COVID-19.
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Sen. Anderson says Veterans Day has 'profound meaning'
State Sen. Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) took time to reflect and give thanks during the Veterans Day holiday.