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Legislative Update – November 26, 2024

Dear neighbors, 

Today, I was proud to present Dr. Marla Spivak from the University of Minnesota Bee Lab with an official House Resolution thanking her for her work researching the health of bees in our state ahead of her retirement later this year. It was great to join Dr. Spivak alongside her colleagues Dr. Elaine Evans, Jessica Helgen, Elise Bernstein, and Dr. Katie Lee. 

You can learn more about the work of the Bee Lab here. [ [link removed] ] 

Hansen Bee Lab

The research conducted by Dr. Spivak and the Bee Lab has been key to helping guide science-driven environmental policy here at the Legislature, and I’ve been glad to welcome her to testify in front of the legislature countless times in the past. Congratulations on your retirement, and thank you for your work and dedication! 

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House Committee Update

This year’s election resulted in a 67-67 tie in the State House, and last week I shared with you the overall committee structure [ [link removed] ] for the 2025-26 legislative biennium agreed to by both caucus leaders. 

This week, DFL Leader Melissa Hortman and GOP Leader Lisa Demuth named the co-chairs of all House committees and divisions. You can find the complete list of committee co-chairs here [ [link removed] ]. Full committee membership will be announced at a later date, and I will share that update with you here. 

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Free Parks Day – November 29

On four days each year, all Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas offer free admission to everyone [ [link removed] ] - no vehicle permits needed! The next free parks day is this Friday, November 29.  

Free Parks Day

Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there's a state park within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. With a free day in each season, it's a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new - or visit an old favorite at a new time of year! Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just spend a few hours outside, you'll make memories that will last a lifetime. 

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Stay in Touch!

Please continue to share your questions, ideas, and feedback throughout the year. You can reach me by email at [email protected] or by phone at 651-296-6828. You can contact my Legislative Assistant Sam O'Neill at 651-296-3305 or via email at [email protected]. 

Sincerely,

Rick Hansen
State Representative






*Representative Rick Hansen*

407 State Office Building
100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155

Phone: 651-296-6828
Email: [email protected]
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Legislative Assistant: Sam O'Neill 651-296-3305







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