Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Schultz
There are just under four weeks to go until the legislature must adjourn for the year, and an extraordinary amount of work is left to do. As we head toward the finish line, I'll be working to ensure we prioritize the things our state and community value, like great schools, affordable health care, and an economy that works better for all of us.
I continue to enjoy meeting with constituents who visit the
Advocates for Glensheen had a day on the hill as well. I got to chat with
Keeping taxes fair
One of this session's major topics of discussion is potential conformity with the Trump federal tax bill. It's important that as we move forward, we do so in a way that keeps taxes fair for everyone, not just benefits corporations and the wealthiest as the federal bill did.
Unfortunately,
As part of his proposal, the Governor has proposed extending the tax on health care providers, due to sunset soon, which has provided funding for MinnesotaCare. This valuable program allows low-income working Minnesotans to have affordable health insurance. In
Health Care
Thursday we concluded work in the Health and
Everyone deserves affordable, accessible health care and we shouldn't be creating more barriers toward that goal.
Higher Education Underfunded
This House majority unveiled their Higher Education bill last week. Unfortunately, as college tuition and student debt continue to rise, the Republican package offers no relief to Minnesotans and their families as they struggle with this burden.
Instead, the bill earmarks
Congratulations, Bulldogs!
On Wednesday, we had the honor of welcoming UMD men's hockey head coach
As exciting as this is for hockey fans, I think this can provide an opportunity beyond that, raising awareness of what UMD offers as an institute of higher learning. Hopefully this will help boost enrollment and maybe even help out the budget situation.
Go Bulldogs!
Stay in touch with your feedback. It's an honor to represent you.
Sincerely,
State Representative
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