Dear Neighbors,
This week, the Legislature returned from our mid-session holiday break. Various budget bills are being reviewed and moved through the Ways and Means Committee, and will start being debated on the House floor next week. This week we also passed the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund spending bill, which funds various environmental research and habitat projects.
I also want to thank everyone who attended the joint Gun Violence Prevention Update with Rep. Kelly Moller. It was important to lift up the voices of some of those most closely impacted by gun violence and I was glad so many of you were able to participate. Our conversations about public safety must include addressing gun violence. The bills we highlighted are reasonable, actionable solutions that would make a difference in preventing gun violence from happening in the first place.
Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! While we are continuing to make progress across the globe to reduce our carbon footprint and clean up pollution, we still have much more to accomplish. Here is some more information about this important day and 10 ways you can make a difference!
Free Park Day
This Saturday is free state park day in Minnesota! On four days in 2022, all 75 Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these fee-free dates:
- Saturday, February 19
- Saturday, April 23
- Saturday, June 11
- Friday, November 25
Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there's a state park within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. With a free day in each season, it's a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new - or visit an old favorite at a new time of year! Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just spend a few hours outside, you'll make memories that will last a lifetime.
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Survey
Minnesota is working to become a leading state for plug-in electric vehicle (EV) use. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is working on a plan to invest federal funds in electric vehicle charging stations and is seeking your input. Please take this 5-minute survey to share your ideas about where to install electric vehicle chargers in our state.
Stay in Touch
As always, please don’t hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance or if you have questions or feedback that you’d like to share. You can follow me on Facebook and you can reach me by email at rep.jamie.becker-finn@house.mn or by phone at 651-296-7153.
Sincerely,
Jamie Becker-Finn
State Representative