Dear Neighbors,
With only about a month and a half left of session, we are entering the final stretch. The next couple of weeks will be occupied with long floor sessions as we work to pass comprehensive policy bills.
Arden Hills Investment Project
Last week I presented my bill to improve pedestrian and bike access in Arden Hills by connecting the path on old highway 10 to Highway 96. This path will help to connect trails leading to Bethel University, Mounds View High School, and Valentine Hills Elementary School. This path will also provide a connection to regional trails. This will be a huge improvement for safety and access in the area.
Disability Advocates at the Capitol
I was honored to speak at the Capitol rotunda at an event hosted by the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities. I have been able to pass several pieces of legislation in previous years based on advocacy by constituents with disabilities and their families. This year I’m working on additional legislation. You can learn more about this rally, here.
House Floor Votes
This week the House began passing policy bill packages in major issue areas, building on the work of our historically productive 2023 session and improving the lives of Minnesotans. The House passed two policy bills supporting our Departments of Military Affairs and Veterans Affairs, which passed with unanimous support!
We also passed a higher education policy bill that includes the clean energy sector in our Workforce Development Scholarship Program and expands support in higher education for students who have a disability. We passed an early education policy bill focused on strengthening our pre-kindergarten and school readiness program. Finally, we passed a transportation policy package that improves road safety, DVS wait times, child passenger safety, and consumer protections.
Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31st was Transgender Day of Visibility. I’m proud that Minnesota is a state that accepts all people for who they are, welcoming trans individuals from across the country. I will always fight to make Minnesota a safe and welcoming state where everyone can live as their authentic self.
Stay In Touch
Please feel free to contact me directly with your viewpoints or if I can be of assistance. My email is rep.kelly.moller@house.mn.gov and my phone number is 651-296-0141. You can learn about bills that have been introduced here and keep track of the bills I’ve authored here. If you have neighbors, friends, or family who you think would find these updates valuable, please share this with them; they can subscribe here. I also encourage you to follow me on Facebook.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.
Sincerely,
Kelly Moller
State Representative