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Links to Local Food Shelves
Accepting volunteers, qualified food donations, and tax deductible financial contributions…
As costs rise, Minnesota faces a health care crossroads
Minnesotans are confronting a hard truth this fall: Health insurance premiums are climbing by double digits across the individual and small-group markets. For families already grappling with inflation and economic uncertainty, this is more than a budget inconvenience; it is wake-up call about the sustainability of our health care system…
Supporting Law Enforcement and Public Safety
As public officials and community leaders representing suburban communities across Hennepin County, we are deeply concerned with your office’s recent decision to discontinue subsequest traffic stop prosecutions.
At a time when public safety is under strain…
LETTER: Bridging the Divide by Bringing People Together
Even when we can’t agree, we’re committed to focusing on the work—not the politics or the personalities. We believe most people want the same thing: to set aside politics and build solutions for a safer, more united future for our families and communities…
Bridging the Divide by Bringing People Together
On the morning of June 14th, we awoke to the horrific news that the homes of two of our colleagues—Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and Senator John Hoffman—had been attacked. The tragic loss of the Hortman family stemmed from politically motivated violence.
Just months later, on September 10th, political activist Charlie Kirk was killed in broad daylight on a college campus in Utah…
From green tech to diesel, the State Fair is a celebration of consumer choice in Minnesota
If there’s one thing Minnesotans can agree on, it’s that we host the best State Fair in the country — maybe even the world, if someone at the University of Minnesota could figure out how to measure deep-fried joy!
Where opinions start to diverge is on why our Fair is so exceptional. Is it the food vendors, with their magical ability to turn anything into a taco or a beer, or put it on a stick…
Column: Fighting food insecurity, from the community to the Capitol
For the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of volunteering at the Westonka Food Shelf in Mound — three of those years as a board member.
I’ve packed groceries, stocked shelves, collaborated with local grocery stores and worked alongside dedicated community members to meet the needs of our neighbors…
Special Session: Minnesota lawmakers pass safety legislation for schools
Minnesota lawmakers passed a $700 million bonding bill to address infrastructure projects, which also includes a grant program for public, private, and charter schools to install special law enforcement key boxes on buildings.
“This is one that will impact everyone in Minnesota, all schools,” said Rep. Jeff Witte(Lakeville-R), a former police officer who supported the legislation…
2025 Legislative Accomplishments
As we conclude one of the most distinctive legislative sessions in recent Minnesota history—marked by an evenly divided House of Representatives and unexpected delays in convening—I want to highlight some key legislation that I’m proud to have helped bring across the finish line. From streamlining your DMV experiences, to assisting a middle school class in designating our state constellation…
Politics gets the headlines, but trust gets the work done.
At the Capitol, real progress happens when we build relationships, listen honestly, and stay focused on what matters: delivering results for the people we serve.
We’ve got more work ahead, but I’m hopeful we’ll finish strong and pass solutions that truly make a difference. Thanks for the opportunity to represent you….
An Update on Teacher Pensions and the Education Finance Bill
National Police Week
It might be harder to get a key replacement in Minnesota in just a few months
Suburban Solutions Caucus Urges Fix to Law Impacting Key Durability and Consumer Access
Minnesota lawmakers weigh tax refunds, fewer restrictions to boost housing affordability
Police ride-alongs, teacher observations requirement proposed for MN lawmakers
Minnesota lawmakers move to help first responders with mental health services
Suburban Solutions Caucus: Legislators Dedicated to Listening, Learning, and Working Together
In a political climate that continues to divide us, the Minnesota House Suburban Solutions Caucus has taken an intentional approach prioritizing people over politics. Collectively knocking over 60,000 doors and hosting over 40 town-halls, Suburban Solutions Caucus members focus on listening, learning, and amplifying the voice of families, businesses, educators, law enforcement, and the next generation.