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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 1d

You're right. We try to, won't forget next time.

Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 1d

SNAP helps keep people fed. Trump’s budget would cut food support for 45,000 Minnesotans and raise local taxes to feed fewer people.

These cuts won't fix anything, they’ll just make hunger worse for working families, seniors, and kids across Minnesota. #mnleg #foodinsecurity #hungerawareness

Federal Cuts to Food Support. The Trump budget will cut SNAP benefits to 45,000 Minnesotans, while increasing state and county costs by hundreds of millions, meaning increased taxes to feed fewer people. Older adults and families with teenagers will be hit hardest by these cuts

Federal Cuts to Food Support: Food bank visits in Minnesota hit 9 million in 2024, the fourth-straight record-breaking year. At about $5 a day, SNAP benefits don't pay the grocer bill, they are a supplement to help working people make ends meet.

Federal Cuts to Food Support: People receiving SNAP live in every community across the state. In some Greater MN counties, SNAP usage is above 10% of the population. At grocery stores in remote locations or food deserts, SNAP can account for more than 10 percent of all sales. The vast majority of SNAP recipients are already working, often multiple jobs, and work requirements have no effect on local employment rates.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 5d

We will continue to monitor and fight back against this attempt to illegally cancel federal energy funds from states that Donald Trump did not win in the 2024 election.

Read more:
www.startribune.com/trump-cancel...

Trump administration cancels nearly half-billion-dollar grant to Minnesota for power lines serving seven states

The project is one of 12 in Minnesota targeted for cuts by the Republican administration, and among a larger list of canceled grants to Democratic states, during a partisan fight over a government shu...

www.startribune.com

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 5d

Thanks for the question, sorry we meant to include the Star Tribune link. Per reporting, "The Energy Department has not identified the projects, and did not respond to a request for information." We are working to learn more.

www.startribune.com/trump-cancel...

Trump administration cancels nearly half-billion-dollar grant to Minnesota for power lines serving seven states

The project is one of 12 in Minnesota targeted for cuts by the Republican administration, and among a larger list of canceled grants to Democratic states, during a partisan fight over a government shu...

www.startribune.com

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 5d

Trump just canceled $464M in clean energy grants for Minnesota, threatening key transmission projects and driving up costs for northern Minnesota families.

Sen. Hauschild is calling Rep. Stauber to demand these partisan cuts be reversed. Minnesotans shouldn’t pay the price for Washington’s games.

Star Tribune headline: Trump administration cancels nearly half-billion-dollar grant to Minnesota for power lines serving seven states.

“Using grant funding as punishment against states that did not vote for you is an affront to democratic values. It sends a chilling message that infrastructure, clean energy, and reliable power are secondary to political retribution.” - Senator Grant Hauschild

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 6d

Minnesota will remember Kari Dziedzic as one of the most productive members of the legislature our state has ever seen. This bridge honors her legacy of service, and dedication to her neighbors, the city of Minneapolis, and Minnesota.

Plaque that reads: MINNESOTA SENATE MAJORITY LEADER
KARI DZIEDZIC
MEMORIAL BRIDGE
THIS BRIDGE IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF KARI DZIEDZIC
MINNESOTA SENATE MAJORITY LEADER: 2023 - 2024
MINNESOTA SENATOR (DISTRICT 60): 2012 - 2024
THE REHABILITATION OF THIS BRIDGE IN 2020 - 2021 IS THANKS TO SENATOR DIEDZIC'S YEARS OF ADVOCACY AND HER DEDICATION TO IMPROVING PUBLIC SAFETY THROUGH SUPPORTING
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS.
DEDICATED: June 10, 2025

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 6d

Kari Dziedzic connected neighbor to neighbor, city to state, legislator to legislator. She believed deeply in public service, worked tirelessly to improve the lives of everyone around her, and spent years advocating for this very bridge that will now carry her name.

Plaque on a bridge that says: MINNESOTA SENATE MAJORITY LEADER
KARI DZIEDZIC
MEMORIAL BRIDGE
THIS BRIDGE IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF KARI DZIEDZIC
MINNESOTA SENATE MAJORITY LEADER: 2023 - 2024
MINNESOTA SENATOR (DISTRICT 60): 2012 - 2024
THE REHABILITATION OF THIS BRIDGE IN 2020 - 2021 IS THANKS TO SENATOR DIEDZIC'S YEARS OF ADVOCACY AND HER DEDICATION TO IMPROVING PUBLIC SAFETY THROUGH SUPPORTING
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS.
DEDICATED: June 10, 2025

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 6d

Yesterday, legislators, staff and friends gathered with the family of Senator Kari Dziedzic to celebrate the dedication of the Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic Memorial Bridge, the 10th Avenue Bridge in Minneapolis.

14 Minnesota State Senators standing around a plaque on the 10th Ave Bridge that says the Kari Dziedzic Memorial Bridge

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 7d

Minnesotans and Americans deserve (among other things):
▪️Healthcare
▪️Functioning government

It is a shame that Republicans, with full control of the federal government, could deliver neither.

#republicanshutdown #healthcare #mnleg

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 7d

Minnesotans and Americans deserve (among other things):
▪️Healthcare
▪️Functioning government

It is a shame that Republicans, with full control of the federal government, could deliver neither.

#republicanshutdown #healthcare #mnleg

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 7d

Wishing all who observe Yom Kippur an easy fast and good final sealing. G’mar Chatimah Tovah!

Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 7d

62,000 Minnesotans are expected to lose private coverage in 2026 because prices are skyrocketing thanks to the Republican big budget bill. That’s on top of 140,000 losing Medicaid.

Healthcare should be affordable, not a luxury.

Your Health Insurance premiums are going up because of Trump's big budget bill

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 8d

The Senate DFL has been working to find compromises to prevent gun violence and protect our communities. We need Republicans to come to the table. #specialsession #gunviolenceprevention #mnleg

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 8d

14 years after Sen. Vega’s breakthrough, Edwina Garcia made history as the first Latina elected to the Legislature in 1991. Representing Richfield, she focused on education, health care, and empowering communities, and expanded representation for Latinas in public service.
#HispanicHeritageMonth

National Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month.
Edwina Garcia - First latina elected to the legislature. 1991. Edwina Garcia's official legislator portrait.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 8d

In 1977, Conrado Vega became the first Latino elected to the Minnesota Legislature. A son of Mexican immigrants, Vega represented South St. Paul and worked to ensure that Latino voices were included in state decision-making. (1/2)
#HispanicHeritageMonth

National Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month. 1977.
Conrado Vega - First latino elected to the legislature.
Image of Conrado Vega at a committee table.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 9d

Extreme Risk Protection Orders have been used 281 times to prevent dangerous people from using guns in schools, workplaces, or against police officers. We’ve got more work to do, but this law has saved lives in communities across Minnesota.

🔗: www.startribune.com/red-flag-gun...

A state law has prevented school and workplace shootings, but enforcement inconsistent

Public records show that the state’s red flag gun law has helped law enforcement confiscate guns from people with violent plans. Some counties, though, have rarely or never used it raising worry about...

www.startribune.com

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 12d

The Senate DFL is facing this problem head on and filling gaps at the state level, but Minnesotans need a federal government that won’t make it even harder to put food on the table.
#foodinsecurity #farmtoschool #endhunger #mnleg

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 12d

Cuts to food banks and nutrition programs by the Trump administration and congressional Republicans are turning what was already a crisis into a full blown emergency.

What’s more, they’re hiding the impact of their cuts by ending government reports on hunger itself.

apnews.com/article/trum...

After cuts to food stamps, Trump administration ends government's annual report on hunger in America

The Trump administration is ending the federal government’s annual report on hunger in America, saying it had become “overly politicized″ and ”rife with inaccuracies.″ The decision comes two and a hal...

apnews.com

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 12d

Today the Senate Select Committee on Federal Impacts toured Channel One Regional Food Bank and met with local advocates and experts on food insecurity.

One in five Minnesota households are food insecure and growing demand has stretched our regional networks beyond their limits.

Select Committee on Federal Impacts visits
Channel One Regional Food Bank in Rochester.

Image of a group of people, including Senator Scott Dibble, Erin Maye Quade, and Lindsey Port, in a food bank warehouse listening to a woman speak to them.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 13d

Minnesotans deserve real solutions to keep our kids and communities safe.

Passing gun violence prevention legislation requires Republican votes, and Minnesotans need Republicans to commit to serious solutions.

Statement on Gun Violence Prevention.
Minnesotans clearly understand that the work to keep our children and communities safe and the passage of urgently-needed gun violence prevention measures isn’t the responsibility of Democrats alone.
Republican votes are required to pass a bill of any kind. Republican legislators whose districts support gun violence prevention have remained silent.
Their constituents deserve to know where they stand.
This is an important moment for Minnesota.
Majority Leader Erin Murphy. Image of Erin Murphy speaking.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 13d

Minnesotans deserve real solutions to keep our kids and communities safe.

Passing gun violence prevention legislation requires Republican votes, and Minnesotans need Republicans to commit to serious solutions.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 16d

As Rosh Hashanah begins, we extend warm wishes to Jewish Minnesotans and all who celebrate. May the year ahead be filled with joy, reflection, and new beginnings. Happy new year!

Shana tova. Images of apples, a sunflower, honey, and a pomegranate on a white background.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 16d

Applications are now open for Minnesota Senate internships!

Be a part of the legislative process and gain valuable experience working with Senate offices during the 2026 session.

✅ Applications due November 5, apply online here: www.senate.mn/departments/...

Intern for the MN State Senate. $125 per week stipend. Now accepting applications for the 2026 legislative session through Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Illustrated image of 8 people joining hands in front of a photo of the Minnesota Capitol.

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Minnesota House DFL @mnhousedfl.bsky.social · 19d

WOW: The Trump Administration is revoking a $1.9 million mental health grant for Rochester Public Schools, because it doesn’t “reflect the Administration’s priorities and policy preferences.”

Our students need support, not cruel obstacles to getting the help they need.

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Minnesota Senate DFL @senatedfl.bsky.social · 19d

In the 60s and 70s, MN was home to a strong Chicano Movement, led in part by groups like the Brown Berets. Activists fought for bilingual education, farmworker rights, and against discrimination—laying the foundation for Latino civil rights advocacy. Their work continues to inspire new generations.

Chicano movement - Brown Berets.
Activists fighting for bilingual education, farmworker rights, and against discrimination— laying the foundation for Latino civil rights advocacy in our state.

1969s-1970s

Image of 6-7 Chicano men marching in a street with brown berets on and holding an American flag.

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