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Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 25d

Congratulations to the outstanding staff at the Legislative Reference Library for receiving a Staff Achievement Award from the National Council on State Legislatures! #mnleg #NCSL

A blue and white graphic with the words "2026 Legislative Staff Achievement Award. Congratulations! Minnesota Legislative Reference Library." There is a gold award symbol with a photo in the center. The photo shows a group of people standing together and smiling.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 25d

MnDOT needs your help! Share your feedback on the Greater Minnesota Transit Plan to help improve our public transit. #publictransit #ruralminnesota #mnleg

A blue and white graphic with the words "Greater Minnesota Transit Plan. Public Comments Open. This plan will update our transit policies, assess mobility needs, and establish goals and strategies for public transit. The draft plan is now available for public comment. Comment period closes July 20." At the bottom of the graphic is a picture of a metro bus at a stop to pick up riders.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 25d

More affordable, renewable fertilizer and farmland-friendly solar energy: Senators Putnam and Kupec toured the University of Minnesota-Morris' West Central Research and Outreach Center that is making both possible for Minnesota farmers. Here's a little bit about what they learned. #mnleg

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 27d

Minnesota ranks #5 in America's Top States for Business 2026! We placed top ten in quality of life, infrastructure, and economic environment. We're proud of our accomplishments in the Senate to support business owners across the state. #minnesota #cnbc #mnleg

The background is a photo of a business in a brick building. The heading on the graphic say "CNBC. Minnesota: #5 in the nation for business in 2026." The subheading says "Minnesota ranks fifth overall, placing top ten in quality of life, infrastructure, and economic environment."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 28d

Coming soon: Happy Hour for Minnesota's seniors in nursing homes and long-term care facilities! Thanks to legislation authored by Senator John Hoffman, seniors will be able to have happy hour and other social events with alcoholic beverages beginning August 1. #nursinghomes #happyhour #mnleg

The top half of the graphic has the words "KSTP: Nursing home residents in Minnesota get the green light for happy hour." The bottom half of the graphic has a photo of a man in a suit and tie with the words "PASSED. HF2027/SF2511. Senator John Hoffman."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 29d

Property Tax refund applications are due by August 15th! This year the Senate DFL secured $150 Million in property tax refunds for Minnesota homeowners! Check eligibility online and track your refund at revenue.state.mn.us/property-tax-refund #mnleg #minnesota #propertytaxrefund #DFL

The graphic's background is a photo of a neighborhood taken from the sky. A big headline says "Homeowners: Apply for your property tax refund." A subheading in a white box says "DFLers passed a 15% increase to Homestead Credit property tax refunds in 2026. This will increase the average person's homestead credit refund by $213, bringing the total average refund amount to $1,641."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· 29d

@senatordoronclark.bsky.social and Senator Putnam visited the U of M St. Paul to learn about the environmental issues caused by agricultural production, and new solutions they're working on! #mnleg #senatedfl

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jul 10

Paid Leave was an historic accomplishment of the 2023 legislative and is delivering exactly what it was designed to do: give workers the time they need to care for themselves and their families in life's most critical and precious moments without sacrificing their economic security #Minnesota #mnleg

A blue and white graphic with the words "MN Paid leave delivers. 75,000 Minnesotans served. Over half make less than $78,000 / year. 44% live in greater MN. Average benefit $1083 a week."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jul 8

Cuts of $1.4 billion a year to health insurance in the Big Republican Budget Bill are affecting everyone. #healthinsurance #HR1

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jul 4

Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate 250 years, may we recommit ourselves to the enduring ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy, and continue the work of building a country that lives up to those values for all people.

Happy Independence Day! 250 years! An image of the Minnesota State Capitol dome at night with red fireworks exploding in the background. The golden statue of horses is illuminated and so is the chandelier inside the dome.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jul 2

The Sprint Medic pilot program is helping paramedics reach rural emergencies faster, improving access to lifesaving care for Minnesotans when every minute counts. We're proud of this law championed by Senator Judy Seeberger in 2024, and it's exciting to see the program already delivering results.

MPR News: Minnesota's "Sprint Medic" Pilot Program aims to get paramedics to rural emergencies faster.

We're seeing results of our "Sprint Medic" pilot program that is working to improve the efficiency of roving paramedics in rural Minnesota.

The program has been a huge success. It "speeds up paramedics' response times and gets them to the site of emergencies in rural areas more quickly."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jul 1

July is Disability Pride Month. We celebrate the strengths, leadership, and contributions of people with disabilities, and reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and ensuring every Minnesotan can fully participate and thrive in their community. #DisabilityPrideMonth #mnleg

A black background with two disability pride flags crossed over each other. At the top of the graphic are the words "Celebrating disability pride. The world works better with us."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 30

Minnesota will continue to be a place where everyone has the freedom to learn, grow, and belong. 🏳️‍⚧️💙 #mnleg #minnesota #SCOTUS

A blue background with the words "Today's ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court changes nothing in Minnesota.

Playing sports is a foundational part of American childhood, and every Minnesota child will continue to have the right to enjoy the benefits of playing with their friends, learning teamwork and getting exercise.

We will continue to be a state where transgender, Two Spirit, nonbinary and intersex people have the right to participate fully in society, including sports. All of us are safer, healthier and happier when we have opportunities to form community with our peers, regardless of our differences.”

A blue background with the words “Republican billionaire donors and their lackeys created a fear campaign about the existence of trans people at a D.C. think tank to manipulate voters who are outraged at the economic devastation caused by Republicans.
The truth is, Minnesota has one of the highest rates of participation in girls’ sports in the country, due in large part to our commitment to inclusion. We will continue to protect and support trans youth, because everyone belongs and has the freedom to thrive.
We are forever in solidarity with Minnesota's community of trans girls and women, and we will fight alongside them for equality and inclusion until we achieve it.”

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 26

Go to MnVotes.gov to check your registration status, see what's on your ballot, find your polling place, and more! #minnesota #earlyvoting

A light blue graphic with yellow and blue starts along its borders. It reads "Let's get ready to vote! Early voting for the primary election starts June 26! Go to mnvotes.gov to learn more."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 25

Trump and Republicans in Congress are shredding our health care system and leaving us to pick up the pieces. #healthcare #minnesota #mnleg

A blue graphic with a photo of a woman in a leather jacket in the lower right corner. The words read "Our health care system is being taken apart by the federal government right now. Either we're going to figure out health care for people, or they're not going to have it. And we're going to have a real problem with our state's budget and people are going to have a real problem with their family budgets. Majority Leader Erin Murphy."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 24

Donald Trump is using crucial housing legislation as a pawn in his political schemes while the cost of housing has surged in the past year, leaving families across the state working harder just to stay in place. #housing #Trump #mnleg

A graphic on a blue background with the words "DFL Senate Housing Leader Condemns President Trump’s Housing Bill ‘Hostage’ Threats

“President Trump’s rejection of a bipartisan, noncontroversial bill would be absurd if we weren’t well acquainted with his petty, egotistical style of politics.

I urge members of Congress to use
any methods in their power to pass
this commonsense bill in spite of
President Trump’s dangerous games.”

Senator Lindsey Port. Senate Housing Chair. DFL - Burnsville"
In the lower righthand corner, a woman in a Loon sweatshirt and blazer is speaking into a microphone.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 24

Senate DFLers are working to put additional safeguards in place to: - Protect Minnesota’s ban on conversion therapy - Provide a civil right to sue for victims of this cruel practice - Ban health plans from paying for harmful conversion therapy

A pink graphic with blue letters stating "Senate Committee Hearing On Harmful Conversion Therapy. In 2023, Minnesota banned conversion therapy,
this was done with bipartisan support in both chambers because legislators, like communities around our state, recognize that these discredited practices harm people in a lifelong way.
LGBTQ people have nothing to be repaired, and when they go to seek counseling, they should get effective, meaningful services that benefit
their mental health.” The lower half of the graphic contains a photo of a white woman with long blonde hair speaking over a zoom call.

A pink graphic with blue letters stating "Senate Committee Hearing On Harmful Conversion Therapy. “Prohibiting conversion therapy from health plans for minors and vulnerable adults affirms that queer, trans, non binary, and two spirit people should receive care that supports their well-being, respects their dignity, and aligns with established medical standards. LGBTQIA 2S plus people are perfect as they are.” The lower half of the graphic contains a photo of a white woman a suit speaking into a microphone.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 24

The Senate DFL majority banned conversion therapy for minors and vulnerable adults in 2023. While the Supreme Court has recently struck down a conversion therapy ban in Colorado, Minnesota’s ban remains in place. ➡️

A pink graphic with blue letters stating "Senate Committee Hearing On Harmful Conversion Therapy. Minnesota has already recognized
that conversion therapy is not evidence based, is not supported by any major medical organization, and can cause serious psychological harm.” The lower half of the graphic contains a photo of a white man in a blue suit speaking into a microphone.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 18

GOOD NEWS: Minnesota's red flag law is working. In a time of crisis, an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) can save lives. We are proud to have passed this law, and we hope that it continues to help Minnesotans. #redflaglaw #ERPO #minnesota

A photo of the Minnesota State Capitol with the heading "Minnesota's red flag law is preventing gun violence." The subheading reads "Minnesota’s red flag law, established in 2024, allows courts to temporarily take guns away from people deemed a risk to themselves or others. Since 2024, the number of Extreme Risk Protection Orders filed has more than doubled."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 14

One year ago, Senator John Hoffman and his family survived the attack that claimed the lives of Melissa and Mark Hortman, and their beloved dog, Gilbert. When he returned to the Senate, Sen. Hoffman reflected on loss, resilience, and our shared responsibility to one another.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 14

Today marks one year since Melissa and Mark Hortman were killed in a horrific act of political violence. Both of them, along with their dog Gilbert, lived lives defined by their service to others. They were the best of us. We miss them every day. May we all work to honor their legacy.

- IN LOVING MEMORY, ONE YEAR LATER -
Remembering Mark and Melissa Hortman

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 12

Saturday, June 13 is Free State Park Day! With no vehicle permit fees, this is a perfect opportunity to unplug and spend some time outdoors. Bring the family or grab a friend to explore a new park or revisit a favorite trail. Minnesota’s state parks are waiting to be enjoyed.

Free State Park Day

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Background of Grand Portage State Park, and images of a monarch and cardinal.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 11

The City of St. Paul declared June 14th “Mark, Melissa, and Gilbert Hortman Day.” Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy spoke on behalf of the resolution and remembered her friend.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 9

Rural hospitals need help, so the Senate DFL delivered a plan. House Republicans gutted the funding. Minnesotans deserve health care close to home, no matter where you live. We will continue fighting to protect rural health care. #ruralhealthcare #minnesota #MNLeg #SenateDFL

A photo of the Minnesota State Capitol building in the background. The image is of a tweet by the Senate DFL that reads "Every Minnesotan deserves quality health care close to home. The Senate DFL recognized the urgency of this crisis and passed $150 million in stabilization funding for hospitals around the state. House Republicans blocked that broader investment, leaving many rural providers still facing serious financial challenges.

We’ll keep fighting to strengthen rural health care and ensure hospitals can continue serving the communities that depend on them."

Beneath the tweet is a headline from MinnPost stating "The Minnesota Legislature threw HCMC a lifeline. Other hospitals remain in critical condition."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 9

TODAY: Minnesota has an all-new licensing system for fishing and hunting! We passed legislation to modernize our process and improve the licensing experience for Minnesotans and visitors alike. This new licensing system launches today, just in time for summer🎣 #fishing #hunting #mnleg

An image of someone holding a smart phone by a lake. Over a section of red tape at the top of the graphic, it reads "Cutting through red tape: new electronic fishing and hunting licenses." In a box on the lower left corner it reads "enjoy hunting and fishing more quickly through the new electronic licensing system designed to improve the experience for Minnesotans and visitors alike."

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 5

Just like the color orange, gun violence can’t be ignored. It is the color used by hunters to protect themselves, meaning “don’t shoot”. We wear orange to honor the countless lives touched by gun violence every day in the United States. Who do you #WearOrange for? #gunviolenceawarenessday #mnleg

"We demand a future free from gun violence. Friday June 5: National Gun Violence Awareness Day. June 5-7: Wear Orange Weekend. #WearOrange" on an orange background.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 4

Minnesota's farmers are the backbone of our economy. We are proud to have fought for this important tax credit to help existing farmers and those wishing to start farming. #taxcredit #minnesota #mnleg

An MPR News headline stating "Exciting News. Minnesota lawmakers boost a tax credit that helps young farmers" with a photo of a man holding a microphone (Senator Aric Putnam, DFL) and a photo of a man and two kids holding hands in front of a tractor.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 4

Today on National SAFE Day we encourage parents and gun owners to safely store their firearms. The most effective way to reduce firearm-related injuries and deaths is to use a gun lock and keep firearms unloaded and stored separately from ammunition. #firearmsafety #mnleg

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· Jun 1

Today and every day, LGBTQ+ people deserve to feel safe and supported as their whole, authentic selves. We see you and we are proud to celebrate with you. Happy Pride Month! #pridemonth #mnleg

A graphic with a purple background that reads "We Stand With LGBTQIA+ Minnesotans" with an outline of Minnesota and a pride flag.

Minnesota Senate DFL@senatedfl· May 27

Unregulated tech companies are exploiting our kids and teens by experimenting with addictive algorithms and extracting as much data as they can. We must protect young people from these predatory corporate practices. #BigTech #SocialMediaSafety #mnleg