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U.S. Rep. Stauber: Democrats more upset over MS-13 deportations than 'deaths of innocent Americans'

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 17, 2025

Pete Stauber, U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 8th District, said that Democrats in Congress are more concerned about the deportation of an MS-13 gang member than the deaths of Americans such as Laken Riley and Rachel Morin.

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U.S. Rep. Stauber: 'I’m fighting to make the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent'

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Pete Stauber, congressman for Minnesota's 8th District, announced his intention to work towards making the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent before their expiration at the end of the year.

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Small business tax hike in Minnesota could have major consequences, NFIB warns

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 15, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released a report discussing the potential impact of a small business tax hike in Minnesota.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Minnesota employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024?

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 14, 2025

Employers classified under the Public Administration industry based in Minnesota submitted five H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Minnesota agriculture grants open for applications, $2 million available

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 14, 2025

Applications are open for two funding programs from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) targeted at aiding value-added businesses and livestock product processors.

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Minnesota Legislature returns to address budget, tax, and employment mandates

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 14, 2025

The Minnesota Legislature will reconvene on Monday with an ambitious agenda and a limited timeframe, as the constitutional adjournment date of May 19 approaches.

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Minnesota's combined tax revenues down 14.4% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 11, 2025

Minnesota collected $8.9 billion in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

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Ilhan Omar's tweets highlight labor discussions and community achievements

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 11, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar, representing Minnesota's 5th district, shared insights from her recent meetings and achievements in April 2025.

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Q3 2024: Minnesota's combined tax revenues down 14.4% since Q2 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

Minnesota collected $8.9 billion in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Common Cause Minnesota opposes the SAVE Act over voter suppression fears

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

Common Cause Minnesota is urging Senators Tina Smith and Amy Klobuchar to block the SAVE Act following its passage in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes bills in tweets concerning banking, budget, and workers' rights

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

In a series of tweets, Representative Ilhan Omar criticized legislative actions on bank overdraft fees, the Republican Budget, and bills she believes harm workers.

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Minnesota ranks 34th among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

As of 2025, Minnesota reported 101 teacher vacancies, equating to 1 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 34th among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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Ilhan Omar comments on Republican governance and Musk layoffs

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 9, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar criticizes Republican governance and Elon Musk's layoff decision affecting Minnesota's essential services.

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Poll shows strong support for 20% small business tax deduction

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

A recent poll from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reveals strong, bipartisan support for small businesses in the United States and the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar celebrates constituents' achievements and criticizes Pentagon budget management

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar recently commended Paige Bueckers and Amy Cooper for their achievements in sports.

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Minnesota cancels spongy moth management due to lack of federal funds

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) had initially planned to manage 12 areas of the state affected by the spongy moth using Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki (Btk), a bacterial insecticide.

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Advocacy group pushes for stronger ethics laws in Minnesota legislature

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

With ongoing ethical issues confronting the Minnesota legislature, Common Cause Minnesota is advocating for stronger ethics laws to address these challenges and offer clear guidance to lawmakers.

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Minnesota sees 3 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in Minnesota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Ilhan Omar addresses social welfare, governance, and TPS for Cameroonians

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 7, 2025

U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar has recently voiced her concerns regarding governance, social welfare, and the humanitarian situation of Cameroonians in a series of tweets dated April 5-7, 2025.

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Analysis: Minnesota one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 6, 2025

An analysis by Minnesota State Wire shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Minnesota is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.