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A big thank you to everyone who attended the Maple Grove, “Be Heard on Cannabis” event earlier this month, hosted with House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler. We listened to all perspectives about improving our medical cannabis program, while exploring future adult-use cannabis laws that incorporate common-sense regulation.
If you were not able to attend, visit www.house.mn/cannabis to take a survey, or contact my office directly to share your thoughts or a personal story. I’ll continue to explore this issue including a focus on public safety, commerce, and a healthy agriculture industry to ensure the best outcome for Maple Grove and Osseo residents.
Be a Voter in the 2020 Presidential Primary
As the year winds down and we prepare for 2020, for the first time in our state’s history, Minnesotans will be able to participate in a presidential nomination primary. Voting in the presidential primary is important, no matter your party affiliation, because every voice deserves to be heard.
Absentee balloting for the 2020 Minnesota presidential nominating primary begins on January 17th, which is less than a month from today! You can order an absentee ballot or update your voter registration here. Still have questions? Here's a short Q and A:
When will the presidential nomination primary take place?
March 3, 2020, with early voting beginning on January 17th.
Will all parties be on the same ballot?
No, each major party will have a separate ballot.
Will there be a place to write in a choice or vote for “uncommitted”?
If it is requested by the party chair. Party chairs will need to submit names of write-in candidates to be counted seven days before the primary.
Will any other offices be on the ballot?
No, only presidential candidates from a major party will appear on the presidential primary ballot. Other offices with a primary will be on the primary ballot in August.
Will parties have to abide by the primary results?
The presidential primary results must bind the election of delegates in each party.
Will there still be precinct caucuses?
Yes, precinct caucuses and local and state nominating conventions will still take place to conduct other party business.
Keep in Touch
Once again, I hope you have a wonderful holiday filled with joy, love, and light. Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Kristin Bahner
State Representative
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