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2023 Session Report
Dear Friends and Neighbors, The 2023 Legislative Session was a transformational time for Minnesota. There were numerous major accomplishments that...
Senator John Marty’s Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Legislation Signed into Law by Governor Walz
After three years of inaction Senator John Marty’s (DFL-Roseville) legislation on catalytic converter theft prevention was signed into law Thursday...
Senate Finance Chair John Marty Releases Statement in Response to February Budget Forecast
The Minnesota Management and Budget Office released the February Budget Forecast Monday, projecting a $17.5 billion budget surplus. In...
Senate Passes Legislation Adding Inflation to Future State Budget Forecasts
Measure increases transparency and provides full picture of Minnesota’s finances The Senate passed legislation allowing the Minnesota Department of...
Lawmakers form Legislative Secular Government Caucus
In response to the rise in Christian Nationalism, where some people and politicians feel they have a license to impose their personal religious...
Senator Marty Introduces Responsible Gun Regulation bills
Today, Senator John Marty introduced legislation addressing gun violence through reasonable gun regulation. Marty’s legislation, Senate File 3377...
Senator John Marty on State Budget Forecast
Today, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released the November budget forecast which revealed a budget surplus of $7.7 billion for the FY...
One of many needed policing reforms.
One of many needed policing reforms. If you think this makes sense, please share it: Community Emergency Responders for 911& Other Public Safety Calls – Senate File 2403We can save lives and provide authentic help for people in crisis by using professionals who are best trained to address the situations they face.
Catalytic Converter Theft: An Effective Solution Unfortunately Blocked
vexing problem of catalytic converter theft and finding no good answers, I worked with experts, victims, law enforcement, and colleagues.
It’s time to restore the gun ban at the Minnesota State Capitol
The sight of people flaunting assault rifles is becoming commonplace at political rallies of Trump supporters and right-wing causes. During the past year, Michigan, Oregon, Kentucky and Idaho all had incidents where people, armed to the teeth and dressed for combat, walked into their state Capitols to threaten public officials. These incidents made national news because the brazen intimidation was so shocking.