Category: SD37

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

We have a little over a month left in the 2018 legislative
session and another deadline looming. Our third bill deadline is this Friday at midnight, at which point committees must act on finance bills. The different
finance committees are scheduled to act on omnibus bills this week and we don’t know if they will head to the floor individually or in one mega-legislation package. Here are some updates from the Capitol: Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: April 19, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

The Legislature is back from its Easter/Passover break, and we have a lot on our plate to get done before adjourning on May 21, like tax conformity, a strong bonding bill, and more. Here are some updates from the Capitol:

Opioid Bill

On Tuesday, the House Health and Human Services Finance
Committee heard the bill designed to address the opioid epidemic in Minnesota. I announced my support for this bill a few weeks ago and am glad to co-author it. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: April 12, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

Our second committee deadline is tomorrow at midnight, so
we’ve been having long committee meetings ahead of the Easter/Passover break next week. Here are the latest updates from the Capitol:

State Employee Contracts

On Monday, the House passed the public employee contracts that had been negotiated in 2017, sending them to Gov. Dayton’s desk where he signed them on Tuesday. In our community, we know how hard public employees work and how important that work is to our state.

Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: March 28, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

The first bill deadline for this session is Thursday at midnight, so committees are having long meetings to get bills heard and passed.
Here are some updates from the Capitol:

Hwy 47 Bill Introduced

Last Thursday, I introduced a bill that would require and fund a safety study of Hwy 47 in Fridley, Blaine, Coon Rapids, and Spring Lake Park. Increasing the safety of Hwy 47 for drivers and pedestrians is one of my highest priorities this session, and I’m glad members of both parties have signaled their support for my bill. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: March 22, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

We had another full week at the Capitol and I don’t expect the pace to slow down at all from now until adjournment. Here are the highlights of what happened this week:

Veterans Day on the Hill

Monday was Veterans Day at the Capitol, giving veterans and
advocates the opportunity to speak to legislators about issues important to them. Some of the main topics included stopping predatory lending against veterans’ benefits and helping keep surviving spouses in their homes. Thank you to all the veterans and advocates who made it to the Capitol. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: March 15, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

I hope you all stayed safe during the snowstorm earlier this week. As warmer weather moves in, things are heating up at the Capitol as well. Here’s a quick update from St. Paul:

City Representative Meetings

On Wednesday, I had the opportunity to meet with city
representatives from our district. Officials from Blaine, Coon Rapids, and Spring Lake Park stopped by as part of the North Metro Mayor’s Association Day at the Capitol. I always appreciate hearing ideas and input from local officials and city leaders. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: March 8, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

We’re nearing the end of our second week back at the Capitol. The past several days have been filled with constituent, advocate, and committee meetings.

For all of you who have already shared your thoughts and concerns with me, thank you! It’s a vital part in helping me represent you and your neighbors. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: March 1, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

The 2018 legislative session is underway and there are numerous issues I’ll be focusing on in the next few months.

Transportation: A High Priority

I am committed to making safety improvements for drivers, pedestrians, and transit users along University Ave. (Hwy 47) along with ensuring we’re doing all we can to improve congestion on Hwy 65.

Number of Uninsured Minnesotans Increasing

Our state economy is strong, but the number of Minnesotans without health insurance has increased. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD37A) Update: February 22, 2018”

Rep. Erin Koegel (37A) – Legislative Update

Dear Neighbors,

With one month of 2018 already in the books, I hope you and your family are doing well. Currently, the Twin Cities area is in the global spotlight with the Super Bowl and all of the related activities presenting a unique chance to show what we have to offer as a region. Here is an update from the Capitol.

Coon Rapids road closure

Due to a structural deficiency in the land bridge, westbound lanes of Main St. between Coon Creek and Coon Creek Blvd in Coon Rapids are currently closed. Engineers determined that while there is no imminent danger of collapse, closure of the westbound lanes was necessary in the interest of public safety and repair work will begin immediately. An area on the north side of the bridge is currently being excavated to give engineers access to the underside of the bridge slab. Continue reading “Rep. Erin Koegel (HD47A) Update: January 31, 2018”