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Representative Ben Davis announces dual training grants for local employers

By T. T. Dennis | Aug 20, 2025

Employers in Representative Ben Davis’s district have received over $270,000 through Minnesota’s Dual Training Grant Program, according to an announcement from Davis (R–Mission Twp.) on August 20, 2025.

Ramsey County judge overturns ban on binary triggers included in 2024 omnibus bill

By T. T. Dennis | Aug 19, 2025

Representative Bidal Duran (R-Bemidji) has responded to a recent decision by a Ramsey County judge, who invalidated Minnesota's ban on binary trigger devices.

Minnesota State Rep. Ben Bakeberg receives legislative distinction from School Boards Association

By T. T. Dennis | Aug 1, 2025

State Representative Ben Bakeberg (R–Jordan) has been named a 2025 Legislator of Distinction by the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA).

Rep. Duran calls for swift accountability after Sen. Mitchell's felony conviction

By T. T. Dennis | Jul 22, 2025

Representative Bidal Duran (R-Bemidji) has responded to the recent guilty verdict in Senator Nicole Mitchell’s felony burglary case.

Representative Duran addresses Beltrami County storm damage and relief efforts

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 26, 2025

Representative Bidal Duran has addressed the community following a severe storm that struck Bemidji and Beltrami County, causing extensive damage to homes, businesses, and property in the area. “Our community was hit hard by a devastating storm...

Minnesota leaders mourn loss after attack targets lawmakers

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 20, 2025

Minnesota is mourning after a violent incident over the past weekend resulted in the death of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark.

Minnesota Rep. Bidal Duran issues statement after deaths of Speaker-Emerita Hortman and husband

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 14, 2025

Representative Bidal Duran of Bemidji issued a statement following the deaths of Speaker-Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, who were killed in what authorities have described as a targeted act of violence.

Representative Ben Davis issues statement on violence against Speaker Hortman

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 14, 2025

Representative Ben Davis of Mission Township released a statement following a violent incident involving Speaker Hortman.

Minnesota legislature ends session after special meeting amid budget deficit

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 13, 2025

The Minnesota legislative session has concluded following a special session on Monday, marking the end of a year characterized by a tied House, several special elections, and a $6 billion budget deficit.

Rep. Ben Bakeberg highlights legislative accomplishments on education and infrastructure

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 11, 2025

As the 2025 legislative session comes to a close, Representative Ben Bakeberg (R, Jordan) has highlighted several legislative measures he supported or authored that were included in the final omnibus bills.

Minnesota legislature faces continued delays as budget talks await special session

By T. T. Dennis | Jun 6, 2025

Minnesota lawmakers remain at an impasse over the state budget, now more than two weeks past the constitutional deadline to complete the legislative session.

Minnesota legislature faces special session after failure to pass state budget

By T. T. Dennis | May 29, 2025

The Minnesota Legislature concluded its regular session on May 19 without passing a complete state budget, prompting the need for a special session.

Minnesota legislature ends regular session; special session expected to address unfinished bills

By T. T. Dennis | May 22, 2025

The 2025 legislative session in Minnesota has concluded, but the work for lawmakers is not finished as they prepare for a special session.

Minnesota legislature advances budget deal as session nears adjournment

By T. T. Dennis | May 17, 2025

In the final days of Minnesota's legislative session, with adjournment set for May 19, lawmakers are advancing a series of bills, including measures on education finance and policy.

Minnesota Rep. Ben Bakeberg outlines end-of-session budget deal and education priorities

By T. T. Dennis | May 16, 2025

In the final days of the 2025 legislative session, Minnesota State Representative Ben Bakeberg provided an update on recent developments at the Capitol.

Rep. Ben Bakeberg criticizes Democrats after bipartisan deal on education finance falls apart

By T. T. Dennis | May 2, 2025

On April 23, lawmakers in Minnesota reached a bipartisan agreement on HF 2433, an education finance bill that addressed issues such as local control, funding flexibility, and mandate relief.

Ben Davis criticizes growth in Minnesota's state budget and tax increases

By T. T. Dennis | May 2, 2025

Minnesota State Representative Ben Davis has raised concerns about the pace and size of state government growth in recent legislative sessions.

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