Coffee Hour this Saturday, Climate Action Plan & Free COVID Tests

Dear Neighbors,

I hope you’re staying warm and healthy during this January cold snap. I’m writing today to invite you to join Senator Clausen and me for a virtual community coffee hour this Saturday, January 29 at 9:00 a.m. We’ll provide a brief update about recent legislative proposals ahead of the session and most importantly, listen to what’s on your mind and help answer any questions. Please RSVP with my legislative assistant, Isabel, at Isabel.anderson@house.mn to receive the Zoom information to join.

Climate Action Plan

Last week, my House colleagues and I released our 2022 Minnesota Climate Action Plan, which invests $1 billion in addressing the climate crisis. This bold, science-based plan, developed by members of the Minnesota House Climate Action Caucus, will protect the environment and our health, help Minnesotans save money, and create good-paying jobs.

The 2022 Minnesota Climate Action Plan addresses climate change from several different angles. The $1 billion investment is divided into five sectors: energy, transportation, the built environment, lands, and adaptation and resilience. You can see the breakdown of those investments below:

As a member of the Climate Action Caucus, I’ll continue to do all I can to help all regions in our state become more resilient and prepare for climate change. Making our communities stronger will help all Minnesotans adapt and protect those who are most vulnerable to severe weather, health issues, and other impacts of climate change. You can watch the press conference here.

Free and Local COVID-19 Resources

Families can now order up to 4 free COVID tests from the federal government. All you need is your name and residential mailing address, and tests will be delivered through the U.S. Postal Service and ship within 7-12 days. You can order your test kits and find many more resources here.

This Saturday, the Dakota Child and Family Clinic is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Cedar Park Elementary in Apple Valley from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Vaccines will be offered with parental permission for children ages 5-11 and boosters are available for kids 12 and up. Walk-ins are welcome or you can sign up here.

Minnesota Main Street Economic Revitalization Program Accepting RFPs

Administered through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, the new $80 million Minnesota Main Street Economic Revitalization Program is a bipartisan initiative the legislature passed into law last year to help our main street businesses recover from the pandemic's impact. Approximately $41 million is available in this round of funding.

Request for proposals (RFPs) open tomorrow and be due by 4 p.m. February 28 for the second round of Main Street Economic Revitalization Program funding.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply here.

Keep in Touch

Please continue to reach out anytime with questions or input at rep.robert.bierman@house.mn or 651-296-5506. I hope you can join Senator Clausen and me on Zoom this Saturday!

Sincerely,

Robert Bierman
State Representative