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By Danielle Killey The public often sees lawmakers fight, debate and disagree. But new Minnesota legislators say people might not be getting the whole picture. I think people would be surprised how m...
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New lawmakers find surprises at Capitol

New lawmakers find surprises at Capitol The public often sees lawmakers fight, debate and disagree. But new Minnesota legislators say people might not be getting the whole picture.

By Danielle Killey, Forum New Service , May 10, 2013

Local legislators eager to dig in

State legislators who represent Douglas County plan to be watchdogs for taxes and agriculture in the new session that began last Tuesday. “It’s a humbling experience to walk into that chamber, raise my right hand, and to realize that I am here because my fellow citizens sent me here to represent them,” said District 12 Senator Torrey Westrom, R- Elbow Lake.

By Al Edenloff , January 16, 2013

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Local legislators vow to work with other party

Legislators who represent part of Douglas County vowed to work with the other party to accomplish goals that will benefit all Minnesotans. State Representative Jay McNamar, DFL-Elbow Lake for District 12A, began his first term in the Minnesota House, serving the counties of Grant, Wilkin, Big Stone, Stevens, Traverse, and part of Douglas and Pope.

By Al Edenloff , January 11, 2013

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New lawmakers excited to begin

New lawmakers excited to begin The scene was much like the first day of school or a family reunion as 62 new lawmakers experienced their first legislative session day Tuesday at the Minnesota Capitol alongside returning senators and representatives.

By Don Davis and Danielle Killey, Forum News Service , January 11, 2013

'Your Legislators' 2013 season premiers January 10

Pioneer Public Television’s Your Legislators will premiere on Thursday, January 10. The 8 p.m. live question and answer program will feature legislatures from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

January 04, 2013

Legislators vow to stop spread of chronic wasting disease in deer

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported this week that it has detected the state’s first ever case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a wild deer.

January 28, 2011

New laws take effect in 2011

If you’ve been the victim of shoddy home repairs; are having trouble collecting child support payments; are worried about getting stuck from a needle a pharmaceutical company throws away; or get frustrated by drivers who block intersections, listen up: Help has arrived.

By Al Edenloff , January 07, 2011

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Local legislators wary of using public funds for Vikings stadium

The chances of Douglas County’s three legislators supporting a bill that uses tax dollars to build a new Minnesota Vikings stadium is slim – slimmer than Brett Favre returning for another season.

By Al Edenloff , December 24, 2010

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Dayton, Zellers downplay stadium discussion

Dayton, Zellers downplay stadium discussion Governor-elect Mark Dayton appears ready to support a new Vikings stadium, under certain circumstances and if someone else draws up the plan, but House Republicans are not enthusiastic about it.

By Don Davis , December 24, 2010

Legislators, law enforcement back fake pot ban

State legislators and law enforcement officials want to ban synthetic marijuana, a chemical they say is being used by teenagers statewide in increasing numbers and with dangerous effects.

By By Jon Avise, Forum Communications Company , December 10, 2010

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Lawmakers approve flood, tornado relief in session

State disaster relief is on its way to flood- and tornado-damaged communities, but officials said they may be back for more help next year.

By By Don Davis , October 27, 2010

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Legislators end year with balanced budget

Minnesota legislators knew they were in for a tough year when they arrived at the Capitol on February 4.

By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , May 19, 2010

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Ingebrigtsen and Otremba to host town meeting in Osakis Friday

Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen and Representative Mary Ellen Otremba will continue their tradition of co-hosting town hall meetings and have scheduled four events throughout District 11B on Friday, March 19.

By Staff Report , March 18, 2010

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Construction firm's suspension dominates town hall meeting

Construction firm's suspension dominates town hall meeting Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen, R-Alexandria, and Representative Torrey Westrom, R-Elbow Lake, spent a few minutes on February 19 talking with constituents at DeToys in Morris about the state budget, the bonding bill and Governor Tim Pawlenty’s veto of the General Assistance Medical Care extension.

By By Sue Dieter, Morris Sun Tribune , March 03, 2010

Farm lawmakers see cuts coming

Farm-area legislators fear that agriculture programs are being cut more than other departments as Minnesota officials look to balancing the state budget.

By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , February 26, 2010

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