Minnesota House Of Representatives
Minnesota House Defeats Construction Projects Bill
The Minnesota House has defeated an $800 million construction projects bill that failed to win a needed super-majority. The bill is a rare area where Republican held veto power. Because it involves long-term state debt, it required 81 votes to pass.
Sales Tax On Clothing Still ‘On The Table’
With ten days to go in the 2013 session, DFL legislative leaders held budget talks with Governor Mark Dayton Friday to hammer out their differences on tax and budget issues, including a Senate proposal to extend the state’s sale tax to clothing.
GOP Lawmaker Who Was On Fence A No On Gay Marriage
A Republican legislator who was weighing his vote on a gay marriage bill says he will oppose it during Thursday’s Minnesota House vote.
Minn. House Avoids Vote On Wolf Trapping Ban
Wolf hunting opponents plan to make a move in the Minnesota House to stop wolf trapping.
Minn. Dems Push For Projects, But GOP Holds Key
A Democratic-crafted House plan for publicly financed construction sprinkles a host of projects across Republican-held districts but it is far from clear that it can attract the needed GOP votes to pass.
Does Minn. House DFL Have Votes To Pass Marriage Bill?
When it comes to legalizing gay marriage in Minnesota, supporters have the appearance of momentum: voters rejected a constitutional ban last fall, public opinion shows growing approval and each day seems to bring another national politician flocking to their cause.
Democrats Tout Budget Plans During Legislative Break
Spring break starts today for Minnesota’s House and Senate. The state Legislature typically takes the week off leading up to Easter Sunday.
On School IOUs, Dayton Says Waiting Is Fine By Him
Gov. Mark Dayton is willing to wait rather than take action to quickly deliver $800 million in back pay to Minnesota schools.
Minn. Health Care Exchange Heads For Final Votes
The Minnesota House is preparing for what could be its final vote on a bill creating an health insurance exchange, but the debate could steer into abortion politics.
Same-Sex Marriage Bill Announced At MN Capitol
With supporters calling it a “historic” day, Minnesota lawmakers unveiled a bill to legalize gay marriage.
MN GOP Lawmakers Speak Out Against Gay Marriage
A group of Republican lawmakers are calling for the defeat of a bill to legalize gay marriage in Minnesota.
House Committee Probes MN Orchestra’s Use Of Tax Dollars
Minnesota lawmakers are taking a closer look at the labor dispute that has locked out the Minnesota Orchestra for 5 months now.
Reality Check: Guns And The State Capitol
Hundreds of people visit the State Capitol every day. What’s impossible to know is how many are carrying a concealed weapon.
Minn. Lawmakers Formally Submit Resignations
Two state representatives have formally submitted their resignations, allowing Gov. Mark Dayton to set special elections to fill their seats.
GOP Picks Daudt As New House Minority Leader
Minnesota House Republicans have picked Rep. Kurt Daudt as their new minority leader.




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