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The Minnesota Senate Judiciary Committee passed a bill on Wednesday that would close a loophole in Minnesota’s sentencing guidelines overlooking violent criminals who end the lives of unborn children. Senate Judiciary Committee Vice Chairman Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) released the following statement supporting the bill. “Minnesota law has long recognized that when a […]
On Tuesday the Senate Transportation Committee heard legislation that seeks to increase funding towards the state’s transportation budget, without raising taxes. Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) released the following statement in support of the bill. “Minnesotans have a constitutional duty to maintain our state’s road and bridge infrastructure,” said Senator Johnson. “This bill will allow us
Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) released the following statement on SF 1, a bill that allows businesses to fully open so long as they submit a safety preparedness plan. The bill which will help fully reopen businesses is considered a top priority this session at the Minnesota Senate. “Let’s give our business owners the
Following a hard-fought 2020 election, Senate Republicans maintained control of the Minnesota State Senate with a narrow one-vote majority. Within the same week, Senate Republicans were already at work organizing for the next session. Following their organizing meeting, the caucus announced new leadership for the 2021-2022 legislative session. Included in the appointments is Senator Mark
Senator Mark Johnson has released a legislative update. His letter to constituents is below – Greetings If it seems like a month since I’ve sent out my last newsletter … you are right. Despite the headaches of COVID-19, there is good news regarding the progression of the virus. Our hospitals have been equipped to deal
Senator Mark Johnson (R – East Grand Forks) said he was disappointed in Governor Tim Walz’s extension of the Stay at Home order through May 18. Johnson’s response is below – I couldn’t be more disappointed with the decision to continue the stay-at-home order until May 18 in MN. In discussions with our area hospitals,
