Minnesota

February 28, 2008 -- Saint Paul – With the state now facing a forecast budget deficit of $935 million, Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty today said, “Raising taxes is not the answer to balancing our budget. Like families and businesses are doing in this tough economy, government needs to tighten its belt and live within its means. I will not allow this session to turn into a parade of DFL tax hikes.”    » read more »

Project will assist 17-county region of both states

02/21/2008, WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $250,000 Regional Innovation Grant to Minnesota to align economic development resources and establish structured economic strategies that create common goals for the 17-county region of northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin.    » read more »

Collaborative efforts result in cleaner air and healthier kids — Celebration planned for Feb. 19 at Herbert Hoover Elementary School

February 13, 2008 -- ROCHESTER, Minn. — A voluntary collaboration of businesses, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations called Project Green Fleet is reducing the pollution created by transit and school buses in the city of Rochester.    » read more »

Speech at St. Cloud Civic Center highlights opportunities for 2008 session

February 13, 2008 -- St. Cloud – Saying “our state is strong, even as we are challenged by circumstances,” Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty highlighted the strength, character and resolve of Minnesotans in his 2008 State of the State address delivered today at the St. Cloud Civic Center.    » read more »

With contract talks at major turning point, hundreds of security officers could walk off the job in coming weeks

February 09, 2008 -- Minneapolis, MN – Joined by Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak and U.S. Representative Keith Ellison, security officers who protect the majority of commercial office buildings and other major properties in Minneapolis and Saint Paul voted today to authorize their bargaining committee to call a strike if necessary.    » read more »

Updated prophylaxis recommendations are issued for physicians

February 8, 2008 -- The Minnesota and North Dakota Departments of Health today notified physicians that there have been three meningococcal cases over the past year (two cases in Minnesota in January 2008 and one case in North Dakota in January 2007), in which the strain was found to be resistant to quinolone antibiotics. These are the first known quinolone-resistant meningococcal cases in the United States.    » read more »

Fund announced in November will now provide up to $20,000 per claimant for lost wages

February 7, 2008 -- Saint Paul – Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty announced today that the amount available in near-term relief for victims of the I-35W bridge collapse is increasing from $10,000 to $20,000 per claimant. The increase is based on the amount of funds available after initial claims were processed.    » read more »

February 4, 2008 -- ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – Today, Republican presidential candidate and Texas Congressman Ron Paul addressed a crowd of approximately 4,000 veterans, students and supporters at the Northrup Hall on the University of Minnesota campus.

The large crowd of over 4,200 is more than Hillary drew only a few days ago in the same venue, which was reportedly only 3,800.    » read more »

February 2, 2008 -- ARLINGTON, VA -- U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced its Minnesota Leadership Team. Congressman Jim Ramstad (R-03) and Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek will serve as Co-Chairs of John McCain's campaign in Minnesota. Former U.S. Senator Rudy Boschwitz will serve as Honorary State Chair and Governor Tim Pawlenty will continue to serve as National Co-Chair for the campaign. These Minnesota leaders join the growing grassroots organization on behalf of John McCain's candidacy leading up to the Minnesota Caucuses on February 5th.    » read more »

Feb 02, 2008 -- Boston, MA – In advance of Governor Romney's visit to Minnesota today, the Romney campaign announced the opening of its Minnesota Headquarters. The office, located in Oakdale, will serve as a hub for volunteer activity leading into Tuesday's caucuses.

Romney supporters interested in volunteer opportunities can call 651-556-1827 or stop by the office between 9:00am and 9:00pm every day between now and the Tuesday caucuses.

7200 Hudson Boulevard
Suite 100
Oakdale, MN    » read more »

Jan 31, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced the addition of four members of Senator Fred Thompson's steering committee who have now joined the Minnesota Romney for President Statewide Steering Committee. These members join the previously announced members of the committee in spreading Governor Romney's message of conservative change in Washington to the citizens of Minnesota.    » read more »

January 30, 2008 -- MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - Although Minnesota is the site of the 2008 Republican National Convention and has 41 delegates at stake on February 5th, Ron Paul is the only Republican running an active campaign in the state.

Paul Minnesota state coordinator Marianne Stebbins points out that no other Republican candidate has a Minnesota office or provides information to Minnesota voters on their website.    » read more »

January 30, 2008 -- MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Republican Texas Congressman and presidential candidate Ron Paul begins to run television and radio ads in Minnesota today. The ads will run focusing on the economy and Ron Paul’s unmatched Republican record.

“Ron Paul is the only Republican candidate committed to win Minnesota,” says Ron Paul Minnesota State Coordinator, Marianne Stebbins. “The other candidates are not interested in Minnesota as demonstrated by their lack of organization, time, and money spent in the state.”    » read more »

January 29, 2008 -- Saint Paul – Minnesota Governor Pawlenty is directing the Minnesota National Guard to open its armory in Owatonna for travelers who may be stranded because of today’s blizzard conditions in southeastern Minnesota. The Guard will coordinate with local relief agencies to provide emergency assistance for anyone unable to travel through the area.

The Governor has also directed the Guard to make other armories available for emergency shelter if needed by local authorities.    » read more »

Nearly 50 Leaders Endorse At Events In St. Paul, Duluth and Rochester

1/25/2008 -- The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsements of nearly 50 legislators and community leaders from across Minnesota.

"Hillary Clinton has the strength and experience to make change happen from her first day in office," said State Senate President James Metzen.

"Hillary has a detailed plan to jumpstart our economy and rebuild the middle class," said State Director Buck Humphrey. "She has not only a vision for America, but the ability to implement it."    » read more »