In the Know: March 13, 2019

Congress
Compromise seeks to limit president’s emergency declarations, AP
Paid internships are a reality again in Congress after public shaming, Washington Post
Democrats introduce new bill to protect Dreamers and TPS recipients, CNN
Targeting Online Privacy, Congress Sets A New Tone With Big Tech, NPR
Opioid Litigation Brings Company Secrets Into The Public Eye, NPR

Governor Tim Walz

Gov. Walz lights into MN Republicans for killing recreational marijuana bill, Pioneer Press
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s budget would increase fees on boating, opioids, water users, Star Tribune
Walz, Flanagan Propose ‘Historic’ Education Investments, WCCO
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz highlights education proposal in tour of Minnesota schools, Star Tribune
Here’s how governor’s budget affects you: local aid keeps up your way of life, Star Tribune

Minnesota
Auditor: No evidence MN child care aid funded terrorism, MPR
Audit: Fraud in Minnesota’s child care program not $100 million, but still troubling, Legislative
Auditor found no evidence that child-care money was funneled to terrorists., Star Tribune
$100 million in Minnesota child care fraud for terrorists? Report does not find link, Pioneer Press
Amtrak announces interest in Minnesota-Wisconsin rail line, Rochester Post-Bulletin
Fears, rights and the targeting of immigrants: A Q&A with the head consul at the Consulate ofMexico in St. Paul, MinnPost
Twin Cities in running for offices USDA wants to move out of the D.C. Beltway, Star Tribune

Minnesota Legislature

Sudden burst of spring litters Minnesota roads with potholes, Star Tribune
Around the country, restoring felons’ voting rights is often a bipartisan issue. Not in Minnesota., MinnPost
Utilities push back on 100 percent carbon-free electricity proposal, MPR
‘Slowpoke driver’ fines advance in Minnesota Senate committee, FOX9
Committee hears emotional testimony on gay conversion therapy bill, FOX9
100 percent clean energy plan deemed ‘first-order threat,’ visionary in first hearing, Bemidji Pioneer
Minnesota Lawmaker Pushes For Year-Round Daylight Saving Time, WCCO
Groggy from daylight saving time switch? Some lawmakers say let’s scrap it., Pioneer Press
At first hearing, Walz’s carbon-free electricity plan is criticized by smaller utilities, Pioneer Press
Measure at Minnesota Legislature would fine slower drivers in left lane, State Patrol worries that bill could lead people to believe it’s OK to speed., Star Tribune
Why Minnesota’s Broadband Push is Crucial to Rural Residents, Government Technology
Lawmakers push fund for SE towns and cities, Rochester Post-Bulletin

Representative Angie Craig

Letter: Support House bill on ethics, voting, Savage Pacer

Representative Collin Peterson
Peterson slams White House request for 15 percent cut to USDA, DL Online

Representative Dean Phillips


Senator Amy Klobuchar

Senator Tina Smith
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith nominates two Eden Prairie High School students to U.S. Service Academies, Eden Prairie News

Trump
As New York probes business deals, Trump cries ‘HARASSERS’, Pioneer Press
Hill scoffs at Trump’s environment and energy cuts, E&E News
Adam Schiff: Evidence available already shows that Trump should be indicted, MPR
Paul Manafort Is Sentenced to 3.5 More Years in Prison, New York Times
Trump not ‘thrilled’ with California plan to halt executions, ABC News
Cohen lawyer sends letter to Congress clarifying pardon talk, AP

U.S.
Push for broader LGBT rights slowed by lack of GOP support, Pioneer Press
TV celebrities and coaches charged in college bribery scheme, AP
New York, feds join to get 100K rape kits tested around US, AP
EPA rules on issue pitting oil producers, corn farmers, MPR
Climate changes are all around us: It’s time to speak up, MinnPost
In these divided times, is civility under siege?, MPR
I Learned in College That Admission Has Always Been for Sale, The bribery scandal is no more abhorrent than the completely legal industry that helps many wealthy kids get into the schools of their dreams., New York Times
Admissions scandal reveals why America’s elite colleges are under fire, Politico
The real college admissions scandal is what’s legal, The fraud only worked because the whole system is corrupt., Vox
Judge won’t let unvaccinated children back in school, Washington Post
Appeals court hears case on adoptions of Native Americans, AP
California Gov. Newsom places moratorium on executions, AP
Court case centers on Native American kids in foster care, MPR
Police often use broad exemption to keep videos from public, AP
New Pentagon transgender rule sets limits for troops, NBC News
Treated Like a ‘Piece of Meat’: Female Veterans Endure Harassment at the V.A., New York Times
New Jersey takes big step toward legalizing recreational pot, ABC6

Upcoming DFL Events

  • March 13
    • 6:30 to 8:30 PM — SD50 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Kennedy High School, Room C102, 9701 Nicollet Ave, Bloomington, MN 55420
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD45 DFL Central Committee Meeting, City of Crystal, 4141 Douglas Dr N, Crystal, MN 55422
  • March 14
    • 7:00 to 8:00 PM — SD49 Town Hall with Sen. Melissa Franzen, Rep. Heather Edelson, Rep. Steve Elkins, 4801 West 50th St, Edina, MN 55424
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD48 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345
  • March 15, 12:00 to 1:00 PM —Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
  • March 16, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM — SD48 DFL Convention, Main Commons, Eden Prairie High School, 17185 Valley View Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55346
  • March 19, 6:00 to 8:00 PM — SD44 DFL 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off and Silent Auction, Back Channel Brewing Company, 4787 Shoreline Dr, Spring Park, MN 55384. Enjoy the delicious entries and all the fixings.  Wonderful silent auction items.  All are welcome.  $10 suggested donation and PCR receipts provided.  More information and tickets here.
  • March 20, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — CD3 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Council Chamber, Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345
  • March 22, 12:00 to 1:00 PM —Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
  • March 26
    • 6:00 to 8:00 PM — CD3 Leadership Screening Session, Davanni’s Meeting Room, 8061 Flying Cloud Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
    • 7:00 to 8:30 PM — SD34 DFL Executive Committee Meeting, contact them for more information.
  • March 27, 6:00 to 9:00 PM — CD3 Leadership Screening Session, Lunds & Byerlys Meeting Room, 13081 Ridgedale Dr, Minnetonka, MN 55305
  • March 29, 12:00 to 1:00 PM —Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
  • April 1 — April Fools’ Day
  • April 2
    • 7:00 to 8:30 PM — SD37 DFL Central Committee Meeting, check their Facebook page for specifics
    • 7:00 to 8:30 PM — SD40 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Mississippi Room, Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W Broadway, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
  • April 3, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD33 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Ridgedale Library, Room 172, 12601 Ridgedale Dr, Minnetonka, MN 55305
  • April 5, 12:00 to 1:00 PM —Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
  • April 8, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD49 DFL Central Committee Meeting, 7001 Cahill Rd, Suite 21, Edina, MN
  • April 10
    • 6:30 to 8:30 PM — SD50 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Kennedy High School, Room C102, 9701 Nicollet Ave, Bloomington, MN 55420
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD45 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Crystal City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr N, Minneapolis, MN 55422
  • April 11, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD48 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345
  • April 12, 12:00 to 1:00 PM —Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.