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Franken says he's more focused on doing his job than running for re-election.
Republicans say their staffers are being unfairly targeted.
House priorities differ from Senate Democrats
Bill introductions Wednesday set the tone and direction for the Minnesota Legislature’s DFL majority. Expect more today as the sessions cranks up. State Lawmakers unveil bill to create insurance exchange (MPR News) Bill calls for 3.5 percent premiums surcharge on health plans for coverage they sell on the exchange to fund the online marketplace. First…