Tag: Laurie Pryor

Dear Neighbors,

I’m heartbroken by the tragic losses of life in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas this past weekend. These are two more events in a string of too many occurrences of gun violence that’s wrapping our communities across the country in anxiety and fear. It shouldn’t have to be this way.

While it’s important to honor the victims, it’s also important for us as policymakers to step up and act to end the epidemic of senseless gun violence. During the recent legislative session, the Minnesota House passed two strong measures which would reduce the access to guns for those who shouldn’t have them. The first would expand criminal background checks on gun sales. This is a common-sense measure supported by upwards of 90 percent of Minnesotans of all political and ideological backgrounds. The second would provide for “red-flag” laws to allow – if a court rules – to temporarily restrict someone’s access to firearms if they may pose a danger to themselves or others. This provides an effective tool to potentially prevent gun-related suicides or the shootings we’ve seen in Dayton, El Paso, and elsewhere. Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: August 7, 2019”

Dear Neighbors,

I hope you are enjoying your summer. Earlier this week I had the opportunity to meet new University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel. We have much to look forward to under her new leadership.

Yesterday was National Intern Day, and I want to acknowledge my stellar intern, Rahul. Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: July 26, 2019”

Dear Neighbors,

It was an honor to be the keynote speaker at the Memorial Day Ceremony at Groveland Cemetery. Despite the rain, it was rewarding to see so many neighbors gathered to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the betterment of our nation.

Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: June 10, 2010”

Dear Neighbors,

This week I had the opportunity to visit with students from Carleton College. They had a keen interest in what we’re working on at the Legislature and I enjoyed showing them around the House Chamber.

I also want to offer congratulations to Walter Louis Barry for earning the honor of Eagle Scout. To earn his award, Walter completed a courtyard landscaping project at Minnetonka Middle School. I had the opportunity to present him with a House Resolution commemorating his achievement. Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: May 9, 2019”

Dear Neighbors,

I want to thank everyone who attended the Town Hall Meeting last week with Rep. Kotyza-Witthuhn, Sen. Cwodzinski, and me. We had a good discussion about a variety of issues important to the community. It’s extremely gratifying to represent a community so deeply engaged with the political process.

Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: April 25, 2019”

Dear Neighbors,

I just wanted to share another reminder about the Town Hall Meeting tonight hosted by Sen. Steve Cwodzinski, Rep. Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn and me at Eden Prairie High School. We’re in the middle of the Easter/Passover legislative recess, and when we return to the Capitol next week, our focus will be on the Minnesota Values Budget as we consider each of our finance bills on the House Floor. Before we begin this work, we’d love to hear directly from you about our own priorities and the issues you find most important.

The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and everyone in the community is invited. If you’re unable to attend, please know that I welcome your feedback and input any time, so stay in touch with emails and phone calls. It’s an honor to represent you.Sincerely,Laurie Pryor
State Representative

Dear Neighbors,

Here’s a reminder about the Town Hall Meeting Sen. Steve Cwodzinski, Rep. Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn and I are hosting next Wednesday. The Town Hall will take place at Eden Prairie High School from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event is free, nonpartisan, and everyone in the community is invited. We deeply value your input and engagement, and hope to see you there.

WHAT: Legislative Town Hall Meeting
WHO: Rep. Laurie Pryor, Sen. Steve Cwodzinski, Rep. Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn
WHERE: Eden Prairie High School (East Commons), 17185 Valley View Rd, Eden Prairie
WHEN: Wednesday, April 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

This morning the House approved the compromise version of HF 50, the bill requiring drivers to use cellphones in hands-free mode while behind the wheel. I am grateful for all the advocates who kept working to get this law passed and I was proud to be a yes vote. This bill will save lives. Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: April 9, 2019”

Dear Neighbors,

I continue to be thankful for members of the community coming to the Capitol to advocate for the issues important to them. I’ve recently had the opportunity to visit with members of ISAIAH, advocating for child care investments.

Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: March 27, 2019”

Dear Neighbors,

As we’ve just passed the halfway point of the legislative session, I’m continuing to take action to improve the lives of Minnesotans and build a state that works better for all of us. Part of this is my commitment to promoting safe and healthy communities and last night, we passed a pair of bills to do just that.

Ending the Opioid Crisis

Too many lives have been lost in communities across our state due to the opioid crisis. Just yesterday, the Minnesota Department of Health issued new figures showing deaths caused by opioid overdoses increased for the seventh consecutive year. Addiction has meant staggering amounts of heartbreaking tragedies for families, and these Minnesotans who have lost loved ones have been calling for solutions.

Last night, many of these Minnesotans joined us in the House Chamber as we passed HF 400 which will create an Opioid Stewardship Advisory Council, charged with recommending comprehensive strategies for prevention, education, treatment, and recovery. These will be funded by an Opioid Stewardship Fund, resources for which will come from fees assessed on drug makers and distributors. I’m proud to be a co-author of this bill which will deliver a message to families and communities that there is hope after addiction and that as we work together to end this crisis, there may be light at the end of the tunnel. Continue reading “Rep. Laurie Pryor (HD48A) Update: March 19, 2019”