Senator Greg Clausen: Budgeting for One Minnesota
In the past two weeks, two major legislative events have set the tone for upcoming budget discussions in the legislature: Governor Walz’s budget proposal and the February forecast.
Senator Greg Clausen: Minnesota Grant Program helps students afford higher education
I received a card from a constituent who attends St. Olaf College last week, thanking me for my support for the Minnesota Grant Program.
Senator Greg Clausen: Addressing our health care needs
Due to Minnesota’s current workforce shortages, medical reimbursement rates are negatively impacting the home care industry and its clients.
Senator Greg Clausen: Minnesota’s transportation needs are falling way behind
Most of you have heard that Minnesota is projected to have a budget surplus in the general fund, but highway funding relies on Minnesota’s Highway Trust Fund.
Senator Greg Clausen: Constituent input prompts common-sense public safety bills
One of the most rewarding parts of serving in the Senate is helping people resolve problems.
Senator Greg Clausen: Special Education Funding Deficits Reaching Crisis Levels
Minnesota has a long tradition of leadership in providing special education services. But our schools are facing immense difficulty continuing to provide for all students due to the rising cost of special education, cumbersome paperwork requirements and lack of sufficient federal government funding support.