Dear Neighbors,
At the House we have been working night and day to craft our various budget bills. While there is still a lot of session left this puts us in the final stretch! I’ll be sure to update you when we pass our budgets off of the floor and how they’ll impact you.
Here is an update from the Capitol:
Read Act in Education Finance Budget
I'm proud to report the Read Act is included in the House Education Finance Bill! The Read Act includes:
- Professional development and bonuses
- Funds for districts for curriculum and intervention materials for students
- A Partnership with the University of MN and MDE to ensure schools have access to the best instruction and materials based on what we know about the changing science around literacy
This legislation is supported across the State of MN and has been drafted in partnership with education leaders here in our State. Now onwards to the floor then conference committee before it can become law!
Happy Passover and Easter
The Legislature is about to enter our spring break and before we take a bit of a break I’d like to wish everyone a Happy Passover and Easter! May this special time bring joy, peace, and blessings to you and your loved ones. Let us celebrate the season with hope, renewal, and a sense of unity. May we all be surrounded by love, laughter, and the company of those who matter most. Enjoy the festivities and have a wonderful holiday!
Gabby Giffords Gun Violence Prevention
It was an honor to meet Congresswoman Gabby Giffords today at the Minnesota Capitol!
Gabby is a dedicated public servant and her being here during session is symbolic of the need for our State to finally pass meaningful gun safety measures.
Stay in Touch
Please continue to contact me anytime at rep.heather.edelson@house.mn.gov or 651-296-4363 with your input or questions. You’re also welcome to follow me or ‘like’ my official Facebook page for additional updates.
Do you want to visit the Capitol or have an issue you want community members to know about to be included in my newsletter? Please email rep.heather.edelson@house.mn.gov.
Thank you for the honor of representing our Edina and Bloomington residents and families in the Minnesota House!
Sincerely,
Heather Edelson State Representative - District 50A (Edina and Bloomington)