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Capitol View®

Reporting on State Politics and Government

Think Franken vs. Coleman is a long wait? Try Wilson vs. Vare (1926)

The U.S. Senate historian released a list of all of the election disputes that were reviewed by the members of the chamber. It offers great detail into each dispute, why it ended up before the body, how the Senate acted and what happened to the candidates. It’s a fascinating look at some of the most…
by Tom Scheck

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House Tax bill squeaks by

The Minnesota House passed a tax bill that increases taxes $1.5 billion by the narrowest of margins. DFL Rep. Tom Rukavina of Virginia had to orally switch his vote in order for the House to get the needed 68 votes to pass the bill. 18 DFLers joined every Republican to vote against the bill. Here’s…
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Senate vote on Tax Bill

The Minnesota Senate passed a Tax bill Friday night that includes a $2 billion tax increase. The vote was 35 -31. 11 DFLers voted against the bill: Jim Carlson, Kevin Dahle, John Doll, Sharon Erickson Ropes, Lisa Fobbe, Ann Lynch, Rick Olseen, Mary Olson, Sandy Rummel, Kathy Saltzman, Dan Skogen 1 Republican voted for the…
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Here are some details on who will appear on this week’s public policy shows on the state and national level… TPT’s Almanac: DFL Sen. Tom Bakk, DFL Rep. Ann Lenczewski and Revenue Commissioner Ward Einess will talk tax policy (if House and Senate aren’t in session). The poli sci profs are back for another rollicking…
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Kelliher passes on ethanol vote

The House passed the Ag and Vets Budget bill the other day. During the debate, members were asked to consider an amendment that would end state subsidies for ethanol. The amendment was defeated 81- 49. What’s interesting is that DFL House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher passed on voting for the bill. Kelliher was in the…
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Lawmaker escapes serious injury in morning crash

Rep. Jean Wagenius, DFL-Minneapolis, is reportedly recovering at home after an early morning car accident. One of her colleagues, Rep. Rick Hansen, DFL-South St. Paul, said he was told Wagenius was struck by a drunk driver, and her car was totaled. Wagenius, the chair of the House Environment and Natural Resources Finance Division, was heading…
by Tim Pugmire

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MN Supremes: How does June work for you?

The Minnesota Supreme Court set its scheduling order for Norm Coleman’s appeal to the election contest ruling. Briefs have to be filed by May 15th. Oral arguments are scheduled for June 1, 2009. Here’s the order. Update: Coleman attorney Ben Ginsberg released this statement on the schedule: “We’re pleased with the timetable the court has…
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The Daily Digest: 4-24-09

Democrats move ahead with spending bills despite Governor Pawlenty’s veto threats. In a meeting with reporters, Pawlenty hinted at flexibility on the budget except on taxes. Meanwhile, the House overwhelmingly rejected Pawlenty’s borrowing plan. The amendment was a part of a State Government Finance bill that passed after a marathon debate. The Senate takes up…
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Ellison and Walz get an invite

President Obama invited DFL Rep. Keith Ellison and DFL Rep. Tim Walz to the White House Reception for the Obamas and the Bidens.
by Tom Scheck

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