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Legislative Update

Hello friends,

It has been a busy and eventful week at the Capitol as we continue making progress on key legislative matters. I want to take a moment to highlight some important upcoming deadlines that are guiding our work in committees. The first and second committee deadlines are rapidly approaching on April 4, followed by the third deadline on April 11. These deadlines mark the final opportunities for committees to take action on bills before our attention shifts to the budget.

We are working hard to ensure that all necessary legislative business is completed on time. As we move forward, I will continue to share updates on our progress and the important issues advancing through the legislature.

Education Press Conference

Yesterday, we held a press conference [ [link removed] ] to discuss education, with a focus on Governor Walz's proposed funding cuts to our schools. These reductions move us in the wrong direction. Our focus remains on strengthening educational outcomes and ensuring students receive the support they need—goals that cannot be met by slashing school funding.

Last session, numerous unfunded mandates were imposed, creating financial burdens that have made it harder for schools to function effectively. This has led to layoffs of teachers and staff, further straining an already challenging situation. Instead of cuts that jeopardize the future of our students and educators, we need real solutions that provide meaningful support for our schools.

Presser [ [link removed] ]

Updates from the Capitol

HF6 [ [link removed] ] - Education Priority Bill. Although I am not the chief author, this bill is our most important and holistic education bill. *This bill was heard in committee and tabled for future consideration.*

HF629 [ [link removed] ] - Bonding for Blooming Prairie

HF630 [ [link removed] ] - Extension of Short-Call Substitute Teacher Program. *This bill was laid over for possible future consideration. *

HF877 [ [link removed] ] - Amending the Read Act. *This bill was referred to Education Finance, and I am currently working with other representatives so that it will be ready for another hearing in the future.*

HF1128 [ [link removed] ] - Requiring public high schools to participate in the direct admissions program. *This bill was heard in Education Policy on Wednesday [ [link removed] ] and refer to Higher Education. *

HF1170 [ [link removed] ] - Bonding for the Minnesota BioImaging Center of the Hormel Institute

HF1178 [ [link removed] ] - Bonding for the Mower County FAARM program

HF1381 [ [link removed] ] - Out-of-field permissions exempted from limit on renewals

HF1456 [ [link removed] ] - Austin; local sales and use tax authorized

HF1538 [ [link removed] ] - Teacher apprenticeships funding provided, report required, and money appropriated. *This bill was heard on Thursday [ [link removed] ] in the Labor and Workforce Development Committee. It was laid over for further consideration at a later date.*

HF1959 [ [link removed] ] - Teacher preparation program grant eligibility modified. *This bill was** laid over for possible consideration in the future. *

HF1960 [ [link removed] ] - Displaced homemaker programs funding provided, and money appropriated. *This bill was l**aid over for possible inclusion later in the session.*

HF2246 [ [link removed] ] - Civic education grants funding provided, and money appropriated. For Youth in Government.

HF2372 [ [link removed] ] - Civic seal designation for high school students provided. *This bill had a hearing on Tuesday [ [link removed] ] in Education Policy. It was laid over for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill or further consideration in the future.*






Mueller Minute

In this weeks Mueller Minute [ [link removed] ], I provide updates on the status of several of my bills that have been heard in committee recently. It is important to note that I misspoke about the Direct Admissions bill, it was actually referred to the Higher Education Committee.

Also, happy baseball season to those that watch or play!



Mueller Minute [ [link removed] ]




Events

The Blooming Prairie Education Foundation's annual auction [ [link removed] ] will be on Saturday March 29th!

Get your tickets to the Austinaires: Country Roads [ [link removed] ] Performance. Tickets are on sale for April 10-12th.

Shoutouts

Shoutout to Austin's Beth Hander for her recent recognition as Section 1A Gymnastics Assistant Coach of the Year. Well done!

Shoutout to Grady Carney, Austin Boys Hockey player, for receiving the 2025 Hobey Baker High School Character award. This award is given to hockey player who demonstrate leadership and character both on and off the ice. Great job, Grady!

Congratulations to our FFA students, and especially those who received awards at the 2025 Region VIII Banquet this week. These awards came from a lot of hard work and recognize a successful season. 

FFA [ [link removed] ]




Please Contact Me

Please continue to reach out if I can be of any assistance to you. You can reach me by phone at 651-296-4193 or by email at [email protected] 

Have a great weekend! 

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