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Governor Announces Major Infrastructure Investment Package
Governor announces $2.7 billion infrastructure plan focusing on roads, bridges, and public transit improvements across Minnesota. The comprehensive package includes funding for critical repairs to aging infrastructure and new projects to support economic growth.
Read full article →New Environmental Protection Measures for Minnesota Lakes
Department of Natural Resources introduces enhanced regulations to protect Minnesota's 10,000 lakes from pollution and invasive species. The new measures include stricter boat inspection requirements and increased funding for water quality monitoring.
Read full article →State Expands Mental Health Services in Rural Communities
Minnesota Department of Health launches initiative to bring mental health services to underserved rural areas through telehealth programs and mobile crisis response teams. The program will serve 45 counties across Greater Minnesota.
Read full article →Education Funding Reform Proposal Submitted to Legislature
Comprehensive education funding reform proposal aims to address disparities between metro and rural school districts. The plan includes increased per-pupil funding and special allocations for English language learners.
Read full article →Minnesota Leads Nation in Clean Energy Job Growth
New report shows Minnesota added 5,000 clean energy jobs in 2024, leading the Midwest in renewable energy employment. Solar and wind sectors show strongest growth, with manufacturing facilities expanding across the state.
Read full article →State Launches Affordable Housing Initiative
New program allocates $500 million for affordable housing development in both urban and rural areas. The initiative aims to create 10,000 affordable housing units over the next five years.
Read full article →Minnesota Unemployment Rate Reaches Historic Low
State unemployment rate drops to 2.9%, the lowest in state history. Strong job growth reported across healthcare, technology, and manufacturing sectors.
Read full article →Winter Road Maintenance Plan Announced
MnDOT unveils comprehensive winter road maintenance strategy with increased snow removal budget and new equipment. Plan includes 24/7 operations on major highways and improved rural road clearing.
Read full article →Tax Relief Package Approved for Middle-Class Families
Legislature passes tax relief measures providing average savings of $750 per household for middle-class families. Package includes expanded child tax credits and property tax rebates.
Read full article →Indigenous Nations Partnership Agreement Signed
Historic agreement between State of Minnesota and tribal nations enhances cooperation on environmental protection, education, and economic development initiatives.
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