SAINT PAUL- A Federal Appeals Court panel upheld a lower court ruling striking down a Minnesota ban on the importation of new coal powered electricity. The state of North Dakota had sued Minnesota, arguing that the law overstepped state authority by restricting interstate commerce.
"Governor Dayton had requested $1 million from taxpayers to continue funding this losing legal effort." said Rep. Pat Garofalo (R- Farmington). "House Republicans renew our request that Governor Dayton accept the court's decision. Wasting taxpayer dollars may help lawyers, but it does nothing for working families. Instead, we ask Governor Dayton to work with the legislature in developing ways to reduce energy costs. I know we at the legislature would love to hear any suggestions he may have."
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