Neighbors, Before we review news from the Capitol, I want to extend my deepest sympathies to residents of Burnsville following the profound loss of three heroes in the line of duty. When a tragedy hits one community, it impacts all communities. The Mankato area stands with the loved ones and colleagues of the fallen and share our hopes for healing as they grieve. The Capitol and the CommunityOne of the favorite parts of my day in Saint Paul, is having visitors from the district stop by my office.  St. Catherine’s University nursing students from Mankato visited about their request to have Narcan more available in the community so aid can be administered quickly in the event of an overdose and the need for more nurses across the state.  MSU students stopped by to advocate for FASFA and expanded SNAP benefits for students to address food insecurity.  City of Eagle Lake officials stopped by to talk about the need to include the drinking water facility in the 2024 bonding bill. Insulin Prices CappedDemocrats are dedicated to reducing the cost of health care and protecting against price-gouging. Earlier this month, Attorney General Keith Ellison announced a landmark settlement with the Eli Lily insulin company capping insulin at just $35 for the next 5 years. Drug companies raised the price of insulin by over 1,100% between 1990 and 2020, and this settlement ensures Minnesotans can afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. You can learn more about the settlement and how to get insulin for just $35 a month here: https://www.ag.state.mn.us/MNinsulin35/. Murdered & Missing Indigenous Relatives Day of RemembranceWe recently honored Murdered and Missing Indigenous Relatives Day of Remembrance. I encourage you to check out the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office, a first-in-the-nation office we established in 2021.  Now available: MMIR specialty license plates. Fees paid by drivers who obtain a plate will be put into the Gaagige-Mikwendaagoziwag reward fund. To order license plates online or find an office to purchase them in-person, visit drive.mn.gov?. 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. To track bills of interest through the legislative process, I encourage you to utilize the MyBills feature on the Minnesota House of Representatives’ website. You can also visit my House of Representatives website. I welcome your questions and comments anytime. You can send an email to rep.luke.frederick@house.mn.gov or call me at (651) 296-3248. Also, please visit and “like” my Facebook page for more Capitol and community updates. Thank you for the privilege of representing you in the legislature. Sincerely, Luke Frederick State Representative |