I wish you blessings and safe travels as we come together with family, friends, and loved ones to share memories and celebrate Thanksgiving this week. We give thanks to the Lord, the source of every blessing and the giver of true liberty, and we remain grateful for the chance to serve and uplift others. It is a privilege to serve as your State Senator, and I am committed to working for our Constitutional values and for the truth in all circumstances. I am also grateful for our community, which is defined by its kindness, supportive neighbors, dedicated schools, and resilient local businesses. My hope is that this Thanksgiving brings you joy, meaningful conversations, and time with those who are closest to your heart. Happy Thanksgiving, and enjoy a wonderful holiday weekend!
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Exciting participating in the groundbreaking of Guardian Angels Engel Haus Phase II in Albertville, adding 86 senior independent living apartments in our great community!
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Minnesotans recently began receiving their 2026 proposed property tax statements and many have reached out to me justifiably frustrated over the continued budget-crushing rise in property taxes. The year-over-year sharp increases continue to squeeze Minnesotans making the cost of housing more unaffordable. Those on fixed incomes come closer to losing their home (even if no mortgage) over inability to afford the taxes. Young people aspiring to purchase their first home see the cost growing further distant due to higher monthly payment being out of reach. Even those renting face double-digit increases as the cost of higher property taxes is passed along in higher rent.
There are two primary drivers pushing property taxes higher:
1.) Democrat shutdowns during COVID lowered commercial property values shifting the tax burden to residential homes.
2.) Democrats at state level passed hundreds of new mandates onto counties, cities, and schools forcing property tax hikes.
There is a simple solution. Radically rolling back government mandates which directly cause distortions in free-markets and which force local governments to fund mandates via higher property taxes. I will continue working hard to shrink government and return control back to locally elected leaders who can make much better decisions without costing an arm-and-a-leg.
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Once again, Minnesota has become a national embarrassment. Recent reports show large-scale fraud within Minnesota’s public programs, including the possibility taxpayer dollars were moved overseas to fund dangerous terrorist groups such as al-Shabaab.
It is absolutely disgusting how certain state programs may have been abused, money funneled and laundered, and Gov. Walz lack of oversight failed to detect the problem sooner. This latest development is yet another in a long series of Gov. Walz breaching trust with Minnesota taxpayers who expect their hard-earned money to support Minnesota families and communities, not criminal networks or overseas extremists. Taxes in Minnesota are already too high. All of the fraud is insult to injury. Our hard earned money is contributing to fund violence and terror across the world.
Last session I was a strong supporter of the bill to create an independent office of inspector general. Unfortunately, Democrats in the House killed the bill. Nevertheless, I will continue pushing for rigorous oversight, stronger fraud prevention measures, and holding Gov. Walz accountable. Minnesotans deserve transparency and firm action to ensure this never happens again!
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Exciting ceremony Tuesday last week at the MN Capitol swearing in newly elected Senator Michael Holmstrom! Sen. Holmstrom and I will be Wright County seatmates on the Senate Floor with the humble privilege serving and representing the values of our great communities!
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Public health officials blocking truth and transparency stating it's for the public good. In MN, Gov. Tim Walz is directly responsible for lost lives and livelihoods because he blocks truth and transparency.
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'Social' media cultivates many devoid of ACTUAL social, interpersonal communication, and relationship skills. Significant societal problems continue to brew as AI furthers anti-social / unhealthy behaviors.
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INJUSTICE : Authentic women athletes continue to be robbed of their rightful victories by men role playing as fake women.
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YET ANOTHER DISCOVERY: In the face of multiple dozens of confirmed fraud and violations of law, Gov. Walz continues his lack of shame for the disgrace he's inflicted upon Minnesota.
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Extremist Minneapolis Democrats accomplishing precisely zero, EXCEPT to make the city more expensive to live, visit, or do business in.
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Each and every day I’m continuously humbled at the opportunity to represent and fight for the values and priorities of our great community!
Please contact me to share any issues, concerns, or feedback you have to assist me best represent you. The best way to reach me is by email at [email protected] or by phone at 651-296-5655.
Sincerely,
Eric Lucero
State Senator
District 30
Rockford Township, Hanover, Saint Michael, Albertville, Otsego, Elk River, Nowthen, Western Oak Grove
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Capitol Address
95 University Avenue W.
Minnesota Senate Bldg. 2413
St. Paul, MN 55155
651-296-5655
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