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Lawmakers say they'll likely to do something to address complications with the state's vehicle licensing system. And they'll get an audit of the Health Department office that has had trouble keeping up with elder abuse complaints.
Lawmakers ignore deadline set by Dayton administration for emergency funding to fix the vehicle licensing system, plus some other stories to start your day.
More money at the Capitol, the debate over taxes in the 3rd District, and more in today's roundup of political news.
Fireworks, June primary bills re-staged for House votes
Elections in June and more fireworks in July? Both are a possibility under legislation again on the march in the Legislature.
Some Minnesota political stories to get you caught up this Tuesday.
MN Senate GOP agenda calls for school safety money
Minnesota Senate Republicans say money for school security improvements is among their session priorities.
DFL state Sen. John Marty introduced a proposed constitutional amendment today Monday that would change the way lieutenant governor vacancies are filled.
MN lawmakers laud state’s Olympic champs, plan celebration
Everyone loves a winner. Minnesota lawmakers aren't bashful in their recognition of home-state Olympic medal winners in the just-concluded Winter Games.
A new Minnesota House committee is searching far and wide for ideas to combat and investigate sexual harassment, with revisions to its policy expected this spring.