Capitol Report: Revoking Driving Privileges, Hands-Free Technology

Recent headlines of accidents and incidents involving unlicensed drivers prompted Senator Warren Limmer, R-Maple Grove, to call a joint meeting of the Senate Transportation Committee and the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee. Senator Limmer joins Capitol Report moderator Shannon Loehrke to reflect on the underlying reasons individuals continue to drive after driving privileges have been revoked.

Senator Jim Carlson, DFL-Eagan, has introduced a bill that would require Minnesota drivers to use hands-free cell phone technology while driving. He offers his rationale for the law and, as a member of the Senate Transportation Committee, reflects on the recent joint meeting that was held to examine the consequences of driving with a revoked license.

Minnesota's struggle to have an adequate workforce in the field of home health care motivated the creation of the Home-care Workforce Shortage Working Group, which held its inaugural meeting on Wednesday, October 11. Capitol Report offers excerpts of testimony from key stakeholders.

Tucked away in the north wing of the Minnesota State Capitol basement, the Rathskeller pays tribute to Minnesota's German heritage. The Minnesota Historical Society's Brian Pease talks about the controversial history of this historic gathering space.