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Senate Convenes 2018 Session
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February 20, 2018
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February 20, 2018
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27:59Now PlayingThe Minnesota Senate held its first floor session for the 2018 session on Tuesday, February 20th. Several issues await lawmakers' attention, including determining an amount of bonding for capital improvements at public facilities throughout the state; adjusting state tax law to recognize the recent federal tax changes; curbing abuse at senior care facilities; and aiding the fight against opioid addiction.
As in previous opening day floor sessions, the Senate action was routine, with the exception of reconstituting several Senate and House conference committees on major bills that were left unresolved in 2017. In addition, Senator Ron Latz, DFL-St. Louis Park, raised his objection over Senate President Michelle Fischbach presiding over the Senate. Fischbach, a Republican from Paynesville, has been elevated to the position of Lieutenant Governor as a result of the appointment of former Lieutenant Governor Tina Smith to the United States Senate. Earlier this year, Senator Fischbach said she intends to hold both positions.
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