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Dayton follows through on threat, vetoes 5 budget bills

Calling the proposals harmful and inadequate, he urged Republicans to reconsider.
May 13, 2017
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton

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Gov. Dayton vetoes two bills that sought limits on abortions in Minn.

They would have ended state funds for abortions and enacted restrictions.
May 11, 2017
Governor Mark Dayton signed a broadly bipartisan bill that allows Minnesotans to recover their vehicle after someone else is convicted of driving it without their permission. He also answered questions about a variety of issues including health insurance funding. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Monday, April 3, 2017

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For Minnesota Legislature's young parents, life's a juggle

Long hours, late nights at Capitol mean less time at home with spouses, kids.
May 8, 2017
Sen. Melisa Franzen, DFL-Edina, holds her six-day-old son during the first session of Minnesota Senate chambers.

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Protests online and outside Paulsen, Lewis offices follow health care vote

Group shows anger over votes for GOP measure repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act.
May 6, 2017
Demonstrators gathered at the Burnsville offices of Minnesota Republican congressman Jason Lewis in the wake of his vote on Thursday to repeal and replace Obamacare. At Lewis's office in Burnsville they are calling their protest a "die-in."

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Senate passes measure limiting abortions, but Dayton promises veto

Dayton vows to veto the GOP measure to end state funds, enact restrictions.
May 5, 2017
Governor Mark Dayton signed a broadly bipartisan bill that allows Minnesotans to recover their vehicle after someone else is convicted of driving it without their permission. He also answered questions about a variety of issues including health insurance funding. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Monday, April 3, 2017

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Minnesotans favor Syria strikes, oppose wall, deporting

Minnesota Poll: A large majority of Minnesotans support President Donald Trump's decision to order missile strikes against Syria but oppose other top priorities he has on national security.
May 1, 2017
The Minnesota Poll found more mixed feelings toward other Trump positions on foreign policy, immigration and homeland security.

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Minnesota House backs ban on state dollars for abortion

The measure bans state dollars from covering the cost of abortions for low-income women on public medical programs. If it passes the Senate, it will face a veto by Dayton.
April 25, 2017
The Minnesota House meets in session in this photo taken April 28, 2016

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At Minn. Capitol, the focus is on deadlines and a timely finish

Gov. Mark Dayton and legislative leaders are eager to avoid last-minute legislating and hours of budget negotiations behind closed doors.
April 22, 2017
The Minnesota State Capitol sits quiet in the early morning hours, a few days before legislators return from Easter Passover break. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Friday April 14, 2017 EDS: Available for use for any related story. GS ORG XMIT: MIN1704161945521165

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Bill O'Reilly ouster stirs up women-in-workplace conversation at Capitol

April 22, 2017
Minority Leader Melissa Hortman was on the House floor while her supporters rallied in the Rotunda. On the left is Rep. Leon Lillie, DFL-North St. Paul. ] GLEN STUBBE • glen.stubbe@startribune.com Tuesday April 18, 2017 Today, Minority Leader Melissa Hortman and two other legislators submitted a protest and dissent letter regarding Rep. Hortman's refusal to apologize for calling out the card game in the retiring room. This is in response to the letter filed by House Republicans before the

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Marijuana rally at Capitol calls for decriminalizing pot

Cannabis supporters took a light-hearted approach to a serious message on drug laws.
April 21, 2017
The Minnesota chapter of NORML � the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws � hosted a six-hour "Cannabis Rise 420 Rally" at the State Capitol.

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Perpich Center for Arts Education waits, watches as legislators decide its future

Struggling high school and middle school operated by the center are in limbo.
April 20, 2017
Instructor Mary Harding, bottom center, led a warmup for Perpich ballet students Wednesday afternoon.

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Ramsey County Commissioner Blake Huffman announces bid for governor

The Republican kicked off his candidacy on Wednesday.
April 20, 2017
Ramsey County Commissioner Blake Huffman, a Republican, announced his campaign for governor on April 19, 2017.
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