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Dear Neighbors,
Here at the House, we are taking on a full docket of legislation to build a strong foundation for our communities. Building on the successes of 2023, we remain committed to prioritizing quality education, accessible healthcare, and community safety. These investments will foster a thriving environment for families and grow the middle class.???
We are halfway through the 2024 Legislative Session, and the House is now focused on passing policy bill packages in major areas, as well as putting together small supplemental budgets to continue our work improving the lives of Minnesotans.
Here is an update from the Capitol.
House Floor Votes
Last week, the House began passing policy bill packages in major issue areas building on the work of our historically productive 2023 session and improving the lives of Minnesotans. So far the House has passed:
- Bills supporting our Departments of Military Affairs and Veterans Affairs, which passed with unanimous support.
- A bipartisan higher education policy bill that includes the clean energy sector in our Workforce Development Scholarship Program and expands support in higher education for students who have a disability.
- An early education policy bill focused on strengthening our pre-kindergarten and school readiness programs.
- A bipartisan transportation policy package that improves road safety, DVS wait times, child passenger safety, and consumer protections.
- An election bill that addresses voting rights, election disinformation, and school board appointments.
- A public safety package that passed unanimously and includes bipartisan provisions that protect victim-survivors and make our system more just.
Child Tax Credit
If you have not yet filed your taxes, make sure to check if you are eligible for the Child Tax Credit. This credit is among other measures passed in the 2023 legislative session to benefit families, seniors, and working-class Minnesotans.
Copper Wire Bill Heard in Commerce
This week the Commerce Committee heard HF 4461, a comprehensive solution to copper wire theft that has impacted our city streets and parks in dozens of cities and towns across Minnesota. We all have a responsibility to take action and prevent further harm. This proposed legislation presents a crucial step in that direction, and I strongly support it.
The bill will now go to Ways and Means before coming to a final House vote.
Keep in Touch
Please continue to reach out anytime if you need assistance or have questions at [email protected] or 651-296-5513.
It?s an honor to represent our Coon Rapids and Anoka families in St. Paul.
Sincerely,
Rep. Zack Stephenson
Minnesota House of Representatives?
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