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A quick look at some Minnesota political stories making news this Thursday.
A statement from the department says there’s no evidence that any personal information was viewed or misused in any way. DHS has notified the Legislative Auditor and the FBI about the breach. 
Minnesota jobs in energy efficiency and renewable energy grew by nearly 5 percent in 2018, bringing total clean energy jobs to more than 61,000, according to a report released Tuesday at the State Capitol. 
Only one vote and Gov. Tim Walz’s signature are needed to add Minnesota to the list of states where holding a phone behind the wheel is illegal.
Klobuchar’s presidential campaign raised $5.2M
Combined with money raised by her Senate campaign, Klobuchar had $7 million on hand for her presidential race at the end of the year's first quarter.