Dear Neighbors,
The legislative session started this week with a long to do list and just a couple of months to complete it. One of the projects I will be working on is the Lakes-Links Trail to connect White Bear Avenue in the city of White Bear Lake to Century Avenue in White Bear Township. This 1.5 mile trail will help walkers, runners, and bikers navigate the area more safely.
Focus (Again) on Gun Violence
My heartaches for growing number of families who have been shattered by gun violence. These mass shootings seem to happen more often and every time a little closer to home. Americans are killed by guns at rates higher than almost any other country not at war. We need to do something. I am supporting common-sense bills for criminal background checks and gun violence protective orders – I am hopeful we will see some progress, but it will only happen if people within our communities continue to speak up. I will continue to push to make our families and communities safer.
Free Tax Help Now Available
Tax filing season has started and Free Tax Preparations Centers are now open across Minnesota. You may qualify for free tax preparation help from IRS-certified volunteers at locations across Minnesota for your federal and state income tax returns. Qualified taxpayers are age 60 or older, have a disability, speak limited or no English, or have income less than $54,000 per year.
Most free tax preparation sites are open Feb. 1 - April 15. Visit the website to find free tax preparation sites near you.
Town Hall
I will keep you updated throughout the session and I also want to invite you to our upcoming town hall on Tuesday, February 27th. It will be from 7:00 – 8:00 PM in the Maplewood Library Community Room (3025 Southlawn Drive). As always, contact me with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Peter Fischer
State Representative