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Minnesota State Rep. Duran responds to Annunciation Catholic School shooting

By A. D. Benson | Aug 27, 2025

Representative Duran of Bemidji has issued a statement in response to the mass shooting that occurred at Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis.

Rep. Ben Bakeberg responds to Annunciation Catholic School shooting in Minneapolis

By A. D. Benson | Aug 27, 2025

State Representative Ben Bakeberg, a Republican from Jordan, has issued a statement following the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis.

Court ruling opens PSEO program to faith-based colleges after legal challenge

By A. D. Benson | Aug 25, 2025

Representative Ben Davis of Mission Township has expressed support for a recent court decision in the case Loe v. Walz, which invalidated a 2023 law that excluded faith-based colleges from Minnesota’s Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program.

Rep. Nathan Nelson highlights broadband expansion progress and honors area farm families

By A. D. Benson | Aug 15, 2025

Minnesota State Representative Nathan Nelson (R-Mora) has provided an update on his activities during the legislative interim, highlighting both his work as a farmer and his engagement with community events across the district.

Rep. Ben Davis condemns ISIS attacks on Christians in Mozambique

By A. D. Benson | Aug 13, 2025

Following recent reports of attacks by ISIS militants targeting Christians in Mozambique, Minnesota State Representative Ben Davis (R–Mission Twp.) has issued a public statement condemning the violence.

Minnesota Supreme Court upholds rights of pre-1968 firearm owners

By A. D. Benson | Aug 11, 2025

Representative Bidal Duran, a Republican from Bemidji, has expressed support for a recent decision by the Minnesota Supreme Court regarding firearm ownership.

Rep. Duran urges reforms after fraud probe in Minnesota housing program

By A. D. Benson | Jul 18, 2025

Minnesota State Representative Bidal Duran (R–Bemidji) has responded to a federal investigation into alleged widespread fraud in the state’s Housing Stabilization Services program.

Representative Duran calls on Minnesotans to reflect on Independence Day's meaning

By A. D. Benson | Jul 1, 2025

As the Fourth of July approaches, Representative Bidal Duran has released a statement encouraging Minnesotans to reflect on the meaning of Independence Day.

Minnesota lawmakers pass $66 billion budget amid deficit; focus remains on fiscal restraint

By A. D. Benson | Jun 30, 2025

Minnesota lawmakers ended the recent legislative session with the passage of a $66 billion state budget for 2026–27 after initially facing a projected $6 billion deficit.

Minnesota legislature ends late after budget disputes; Rep. Ben Davis highlights key policy changes

By A. D. Benson | Jun 13, 2025

The 2025 Minnesota legislative session extended beyond its scheduled end date of May 19, requiring a special session that lasted an additional 22 days.

Minnesota House completes special session with focus on healthcare repeal and education reform

By A. D. Benson | Jun 12, 2025

After a period of negotiations, the Minnesota House held a special session on Monday to finalize work on the state budget.

Minnesota legislature advances bills on education finance reform and anti-fraud measures

By A. D. Benson | May 9, 2025

With the legislative session nearing its end, most major committee bills have advanced through the Minnesota House and are moving to conference committees for final negotiations.

Minnesota legislature advances bills on veterans’ benefits, education grants, public safety

By A. D. Benson | May 2, 2025

As the legislative session approaches its conclusion, lawmakers are negotiating final committee bills on the House floor.

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