Articles tagged under: Governor Tim Walz
Walz Signs Omnibus Agriculture Bill
Published May 19, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed the agriculture and broadband bill into law during a ceremony on a Finlayson farm. Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says the bill contains over $48 million of funding covering soil health, biofuels, livestock processing and…MN Delegation Heading to Sydney and Melbourne
Published April 28, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will lead a trade mission to Australia in November. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen said the trip will showcase the food and agricultural products grown and produced in Minnesota. In 2022, Minnesota exported $438 million of products…RRFN Interview: Governor Tim Walz
Published March 22, 2023
In an interview with the Red River Farm Network, Governor Tim Walz said the budget reflects the needs of Minnesota agriculture. "We've got AGRI (Agricultural Growth, Research and Innovation program) dollars in there; we're making sure that the infrastructure to expand…Minnesota Sets Export Record
Published March 12, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced that the state’s exports reached a record high of $27 billion in 2022, a 16 percent increase from 2021. North American markets drove Minnesota’s export growth to nearly $12 billion. Minnesota conducted $70 billion in…Budget Surplus Totals $17.5 Billion
Published March 1, 2023
Minnesota’s updated budget forecast remains largely unchanged from the previous report in November. The budget surplus totals $17.5 billion. "First and foremost, this is good news for Minnesotans," said Governor Tim Walz. "This is a state where people know how…Walz Signs Federal Roads Bill
Published February 8, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed legislation to unlock over $315 million in federal funds to improve roads. The money was allocated to the state last year, but a transportation bill failed to pass during last year’s session.Governor Signs Tax Conformity Law
Published January 13, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed the tax conformity bill. This bill updates several parts of the state’s tax code, putting it in compliance with the federal tax code.‘One Minnesota’ Theme Reiterated
Published January 3, 2023
In his inaugural address, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said gridlock is over and it is time to get things done. Walz said includes serving the needs of farmers and rural communities. "We can make sure prosperity extends across the state,"…Walz Suspends Hour of Service
Published December 29, 2022
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed an executive order suspending the hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers transporting fuel. In a statement, Walz said it is important to keep propane delivery reliable and safe for all Minnesotans.