Government
Faith leaders decry proposed health care cuts
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Leaders of faith organizations spoke out at the state Capitol Monday against Gov. Tim Pawlenty’s plan to cut more than 30,000 people from the state health care program.
Government
Governor’s budget falls short in several areas, critics say
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Governor Tim Pawlenty’s plan to balance the state’s books over the next two years falls short in several areas, including education, child care and health care, labor leaders and others say.
Government
Minnesota AFL-CIO sets legislative priorities
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Saying “Minnesota’s unions are committed to building strong communities across our state,” Minnesota AFL-CIO President Ray Waldron announced the labor federation’s 2005 state legislative goals.
Government
Session begins with new balance of power
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The November 2004 elections trimmed the lopsided 29-seat Republican majority in the Minnesota House of Representatives to only two seats. In the minds of many legislators and political observers, voters sent a clear message.
Government
Labor working in coalition with nonprofits, faith groups, environmentalists
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Labor will be working in several coalitions this year at the Minnesota Legislature, said Brad Lehto, Minnesota AFL-CIO legislative director.
Government
State Senate committee approves higher minimum wage
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A state Senate committee Wednesday approved legislation that would raise the minimum wage in Minnesota to $7 an hour by July 1, 2006. The measure now goes to the full Senate for a vote.
Government
Bishops call for ‘equitable’ income tax increase
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As the 2005 session of the state Legislature gets under way, Minnesota Bishops have issued a statement calling for “fair and equitable” income tax increases to provide for the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable citizens.
Government
Union members to discuss their experiences as elected officials
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Union members who are also elected officials will discuss their goals and experiences at the monthly St. Paul Labor Speakers Club program Jan. 24 in St. Paul.
Government
Council of Nonprofits to host preview of legislative session
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If you?d like to learn first-hand what legislative leaders plan for the 2005 session of the Minnesota Legislature, mark your calendar for Jan. 7 for the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits’ “Session Line Up.” The annual event features House and Senate leaders presenting their priorities and a chance to ask questions.
Government
Forum to explore balancing civil rights and security
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A five-person panel including Minnesota Attorney General Mike Hatch will discuss how recent federal laws are affecting constitutional liberties, the rights of immigrants and the future of communities at a program titled “Balancing Civil Rights and Security” Thursday, Jan. 13.