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Corn Growers Join Lawsuit Against EPA For Emissions Mandates
Several U.S. oil and corn industry lobby groups are suing the Biden Administration over its plans to slash planet-warming tailpipe emissions from cars and trucks. The coalition argues the regulations will cause economic harm.
Medical Debt Relief On the Horizon in Minnesota
The Minnesota Debt Fairness Act will ban medical providers from withholding care from patients with unpaid medical bills.
Minnesota College Cuts Dozens of Programs Following $24 Million Budget Deficit
Due to declining enrollment, St. Cloud State University is expected to cut 94 programs and dozens of staff or face millions in debt.
Minnesota Farmer Claims Victory Over State’s Race-Based Grant Program
A Minnesota farmer claimed victory in a lawsuit filed against the state in January that said his race and sex placed him at the back of the line to receive grants to buy farmland.
Minnesota Allows For Permanent Absentee Voting
Any Minnesota voter can now sign up for a permanent absentee ballot.
Minnesota Disaster Team Aids Victims of Iowa Tornado
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sent eight Minnesota All Hazards Incident Management Team members to the site of the Greenfield, Iowa tornado.
Walz Signs Into Law Children’s Summer Aid Package
Minnesota families with children should see an increase in food funding over the summer after Gov. Tim Walz recently signed a new bill into law.
Suit Filed Against Minnesota Governor Walz For Affirmative Action Hiring Policy
A federal lawsuit claims Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz uses “blatant discrimination” and affirmative action in appointing members of the Minnesota Board of Social Work.
Feds Give Minnesota $62 Million for Solar Projects
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will give $62 million for solar projects in Minnesota that intend to lower energy costs for families.
Minnesota House OKs Consumer Protection, Social Media Bill
The Minnesota House passed a bill seeking consumer protections for Minnesotans and minors on social media.