New lawmakers find surprises at Capitol
May 9, 2013 in Alexandria Echo Press
The public often sees lawmakers fight, debate and disagree. But new Minnesota legislators say people might not be getting the whole picture. Continue Reading
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Higher ed measure would give power to legislators, board member says
May 9, 2013 in The Dickinson Press
GRAND FORKS Although a resolution to replace the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education with a three-member commission might appear to be prompted by recent controversy, board member Grant Shaft said there has been similar legislation every session. Continue Reading
Shirvani accused of misleading legislators
March 27, 2013 in The Dickinson Press
BISMARCK A North Dakota University System staff member says Chancellor Hamid Shirvani presented misleading information to legislators to make two college presidents look bad. Continue Reading
Local legislators eager to dig in
January 15, 2013 in Alexandria Echo Press
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. Continue Reading
Bill targets out-of-state speeders: Tioga legislator seeks incentive for Oil Patch workers to slow down
January 15, 2013 in The Dickinson Press
BISMARCK Tioga Rep. Bob Skarphol is tired of seeing the same out-of-state license plates on vehicles driven by new western North Dakota workers. Continue Reading
Local legislators vow to work with other party
January 10, 2013 in Alexandria Echo Press
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. Continue Reading
New lawmakers excited to begin
January 10, 2013 in Alexandria Echo Press
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. Continue Reading
Policy and politics quiet in Capitol, but still there
November 22, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
It is a busy, busy time in legislative offices these days.
Some legislators and employees are packing up to leave after election losses or voluntary retirements. New folks are moving in. All remaining incumbents are shifting offices as House and Senate majorities change from Republican to Democrat. Continue Reading
Minnesota legislators announce disaster declaration
September 13, 2012 in Worthington Daily Globe
WASHINGTON U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken and Representatives Collin Peterson and Tim Walz announced Thursday that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a disaster declaration for counties in Minnesota affected by the ongoing drought. Continue Reading
Oil leaders tout efficient tech: ND, SD legislators join dozens on tour of Bakken
August 29, 2012 in The Dickinson Press
TIOGA Drilling rigs that can walk and hydraulic fracturing techniques that recycle water were highlighted Wednesday during a legislative tour of the Oil Patch. Continue Reading
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