Mike Wiener, Minnesota State Representative from the 5B District

Rep. Wiener introduces Minnesota House bill requiring sellers to accept cash for in-person transactions

State Rep. Mike Wiener, author of the bill, introduced the measure in the Minnesota House to require sellers to accept cash for in-person sales.

Greg Davids, Minnesota State Representative from the 26B District

Rep. Davids introduces tax policy overhaul bill in Minnesota House

State Rep. Greg Davids, author of the bill in the Minnesota House, proposes comprehensive changes to tax policies and introduces a commission on artificial intelligence.

David Karnstedt, Chief Executive Officer at Branch

Branch outlines key considerations for organizations choosing pay card providers

Branch has released a comprehensive guide detailing how organizations should choose a pay card provider. The report covers operational benefits such as cost savings and improved compliance alongside worker-focused features like financial inclusion and faster wage access.

Tou Xiong, Minnesota State Senator from the 44th District

Sen. Xiong authors bill in Minnesota Senate to expand tax data sharing among state agencies

State Sen. Tou Xiong is the author of a new Minnesota Senate bill that would expand the sharing of tax information among state agencies.

Glenn Caruso, Head Coach at St. Thomas Tommies Men's Football

Tommie Football announces summer 2026 alumni golf outing

St. Thomas Football has announced its annual alumni golf outing set for July 27, honoring past achievements including its notable 2017 team season. Head Coach Glenn Caruso highlighted ongoing alumni support as key to sustaining program traditions.

Michael Howard, Minnesota State Representative from the 51A District

Rep. Howard introduces bill in Minnesota House to change affordable housing aid distribution

State Rep. Michael Howard, author of the bill, has introduced legislation in the Minnesota House to revise how local affordable housing aid is allocated.

Sandra Feist, Minnesota State Representative from the 39B District

Rep. Feist introduces bill in Minnesota House to change cash transaction rounding and health plan rules

State Rep. Sandra Feist is the author of a Minnesota House bill addressing cash transaction rounding and changes to health insurance benefit plan regulations.

Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger, Minnesota State Representative from the 47A District and Minnesota State Senator from the 47th District

Sen. Hemmingsen-Jaeger introduces bill in Minnesota Senate to fund affordable housing for young adults

State Sen. Amanda H. Hemmingsen-Jaeger, author of the bill, introduced legislation in the Minnesota Senate focused on supporting affordable housing for young people.

Kristi Pursell, Minnesota State Representative from the 58A District

Rep. Pursell authors new roundabout bill in Minnesota House

State Rep. Kristi Pursell is the author of a Minnesota House bill proposing funding for a new roundabout project in Northfield.

Kristin Robbins, Minnesota State Representative from the 37A District

Rep. Kristin Robbins highlights tax relief and anti-fraud measures as session ends

Minnesota State Representative Kristin Robbins recaps key legislation from the recently concluded session including new tax relief measures, anti-fraud initiatives targeting public programs, technology upgrades for counties administering benefits like SNAP/Medicaid, restrictions on youth social media use signed into law—and…

Thom Petersen, Commissioner at Minnesota Department of Agriculture

Minnesota beef producers vote against proposed checkoff increase in statewide referendum

Minnesota beef producers have narrowly rejected a proposed increase to their state beef checkoff fee after a recent referendum. The assessment will remain at $1 per head following close balloting overseen by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

Larry Kraft, Minnesota State Representative from the 46A District

Rep. Kraft introduces Minnesota House bill on insurance applications and ITINs

State Rep. Larry Kraft, author of the bill in the Minnesota House, proposes insurance companies must accept ITINs on coverage applications.

Robert J. Kupec, Minnesota State Senator from the 4th District

Sen. Kupec introduces bill in Minnesota Senate to change rules for commercial feed licensees

A bill authored by State Sen. Robert J. Kupec in the Minnesota Senate would let commercial feed licensees directly employ licensed veterinarians.

Cheryl Youakim, Minnesota State Representative from the 46B District

Rep. Youakim introduces Minnesota House bill to expand inspector general powers in education department

State Rep. Cheryl Youakim is the author of a Minnesota House bill that addresses the authority and investigative processes of the Office of the Inspector General.

Tim Sullivan, CEO of Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association shares summer farm safety tips

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association urges farmers to follow key electrical safety measures this summer. The organization provides practical advice on avoiding accidents around power lines and what steps to take if an incident occurs.

Jake Anderson, mayor of St. Cloud

City of St. Cloud issues reminders for visitors to the MAC complex

The City of St. Cloud issued new reminders for visitors to the MAC complex regarding food, pets, and parking rules. The guidelines stress no outside food or drinks without permission, no pets except service animals, and no overnight parking.

Jim Abeler, Minnesota State Senator from the 35th District

Sen. Abeler authors new bill in Minnesota Senate to clarify support for gifted and talented students

State Sen. Jim Abeler is the author of a Minnesota Senate bill that aims to improve how school districts identify and serve gifted and talented students.

Mary Kunesh-Podein, Minnesota State Senator from the 39th District

Sen. Kunesh introduces Minnesota Senate bill to strengthen inspector general oversight

State Sen. Mary K. Kunesh, author of the bill, introduced legislation in the Minnesota Senate to expand the inspector general’s investigative powers within the Department of Education.

Spencer R. Igo, Minnesota State Representative from the 7A District

Rep. Igo introduces bill in Minnesota House to revise housing development fund provisions

State Rep. Spencer Igo, author of the bill, introduced legislation in the Minnesota House to clarify and update housing development fund management.

Adam Birr Executive Director, CEO at Minnesota Corn Growers Association

Minnesota Legislature adjourns 2026 session with historic developments and missed agriculture bills

The Minnesota Legislature concluded its latest session amid unusual political dynamics but failed to pass key agriculture bills due to partisan deadlock. While lawmakers reached agreements on budgetary matters before adjourning May 18, groups like the Minnesota Corn Growers Association…

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