Dear neighbors,
Committee Hearings
It was an exciting first week of committee hearings. The Minnesota Zoo gave quite a unique presentation on Thursday. Ross the porcupine, Ringo the bull snake, and Nimbus the chinchilla visited with committee members during the meeting. Experts from the state zoo discussed wildlife preservation and the importance of pollinators. The Star Tribune put together a great video of the animals. You can watch the full hearing here.
MNLARS Reimbursement
I introduced my first bill this week. House File 131 would reimburse Minnesotans who overpaid for their motor vehicle registration when the new system was introduced. I encourage you to read more about the bill here.
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Task Force
Native women and girls experience violence at rates much higher than the rest of the population. I’m proud to be a co-author of a bill that would create a Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Task Force. The task force would make recommendations to reduce and end violence against indigenous women and girls in Minnesota.
South St. Paul Day at the Capitol
Join me and other local elected officials for the third annual South St. Paul Day at the Capitol! Participants will enjoy a free bus ride to the Capitol and a tour of the Senate and House Chambers with Rep. Anne Claflin, Senator Karla Bigham, Senator Matt Klein and me. Get details and register online.
As always, please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Rick Hansen
State Representative