Articles tagged under: Minnesota Legislature
More to Do in ’24
Published July 31, 2023
Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic cites numerous accomplishments for agriculture during the past year, but says there is still work to be done in '24. "I think we'll look at how we'll help beginning farmers into sustainable farming that…Praise for New Ag Homestead Tax Credit
Published May 23, 2023
The new Ag Homestead Tax Credit is seen as a highlight of the Minnesota legislative session. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Past President Jamie Beyer says this policy change will ease the farmers’ tax burden by setting the tier valuation limit…Gas Tax Increase Included in Transportation Bill
Published May 22, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is indicating he will sign the transportation bill passed by both chambers of the Legislature this weekend. The bill passed with a 69-61 margin in the Senate and a 34-32 margin in the House. The bill…MFBF Minute
Published May 9, 2023
The omnibus ag bill has been a hot topic during the legislative session. Minnesota Farm Bureau Public Policy Specialist Kaytlin Bemis gives an update on what's happening at the Capitol in the latest MFBF Minute.Omnibus Environment, Energy Bill Passes in MN House
Published April 18, 2023
The omnibus environment, natural resources, climate and energy bill passed with a ten-vote margin in the Minnesota House and has been sent to the Senate. DFL Representative Rick Hansen, who is from South St. Paul, spoke in favor of the…Bonding Bill Hits Minnesota House
Published April 15, 2023
Minnesota House Agriculture Committee Chair Samantha Vang says it was an exciting week with the $13 million bonding bill up for authorization. The bonding bill covers loan programs from beginner farmers to livestock expansion. "A lot of these funds will…Omnibus Agriculture Bill Passes in Minnesota Senate
Published April 13, 2023
The Minnesota Senate voted in favor of Senate File 1955 known as the Agriculture, Broadband and Rural Development bill. The bill passed 58 to 7. Amendments proposed during the floor session were not approved. This was the first omnibus bill…House Ag Budget Takes Spotlight
Published March 31, 2023
Minnesota House Ag Committee Chair Samantha Vang says the ag budget bill was the center of attention in committee this week. The target budge in the ag committee is $148 million in one-time money, and $40 million in ongoing money.…Budget Targets Announced
Published March 22, 2023
The DFL trifecta in Minnesota has reached an agreement on budget targets. This framework typically is not determined until the last days of the session. However, House Speaker Melissa Hortman said the era of gridlock is over. "Too often you…