Neighbors, We are in the final month of the 2024 legislative session, and this is a short week in observance of Passover. This week we packed in several committee meetings and floor sessions. In addition, the Education Policy Bill Conference Committee, which I co-chair, met this week. You can watch committee video of Wednesday’s meeting here and Thursday’s meeting here. Gaveling in the Legislative SessionDeparting members of the legislature are invited to gavel in a floor session. I was asked to perform this honor on Wednesday. You can watch the video here.  Tomorrow: DEA Prescription Take Back DayTomorrow, Saturday, April 27, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is holding their annual Take Back Day, encouraging everyone to clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in unwanted prescriptions. To find out more information and a location near you, click here. Free Park DayTomorrow, April 27 is the next free entrance day to all Minnesota parks. Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there is a state park within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just spend a few hours outside, this is a great opportunity to explore someplace new and make lifetime memories. So be sure to get out and visit one or some of our wonderful parks!  Stay connected with the legislatureThe Minnesota House of Representatives Public Information Services offers nonpartisan recaps of high-profile bills, committee hearings, and floor sessions with their Session Daily publication. Subscribe to receive these here. You can track bills of interest with the MyBills feature and for general House of Representatives’ information, click on the website. Please continue to reach out with any input, ideas, or feedback about the issues important to you. I value hearing from you, so call or email me any time. You can also connect with me on Facebook here. It is an honor to represent you at the State Capitol. Sincerely, Laurie Pryor State Representative |