Rep. Michael Howard (HD50A) Update: February 21, 2019

Dear Neighbors,

It’s official, this is the snowiest February on record in Minnesota. Take a break from shoveling and read up on the legislative news from this week!

Governor’s Budget

This week Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan introduced their ‘One Minnesota’ budget proposal for the next two years. In many ways, the introduction of the Governor’s budget is the “first volley” in the collaborative effort between the Minnesota Legislature and Governor to pass our two-year budget. I am encouraged by the Governor’s focus and priorities, which invest in education from pre-K to college, expand access to affordable health care, and create tools to help local communities thrive. You can read more about Governor Walz’s  budget here.

What are your thoughts? The House has already begun in earnest working on our budget and I would love to hear from you about your budget priorities.  Continue reading “Rep. Michael Howard (HD50A) Update: February 21, 2019”