Roundtable hosted by @mccollum.house.gov today. Leaders in the health & Medicaid sectors spoke on the devastating impacts of HR1. Justin, a writer, blogger, & disability advocate, shared the human impact. We have urgent work to mitigate the damage from this horrible law. @dflsd47.bsky.social

South Maplewood and Woodbury, don't forget to be in line by 8 PM tonight to VOTE in today's primary! Find your polling place here: pollfinder.sos.mn.gov @dflsd47.bsky.social

This geneticist👆is a politician. That molecular biologist👇 is a rock star! 🧬 🧪🤓 Dream big, everyone! @theoffspring @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg #nerdcaucus

Great weather and great conversations at the Washington County Fair! @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

I'll be in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for the CSG-MW Leg Conference this week. As an appointed member of the Energy and Environment committee, I'll be keenly listening about views related to nuclear energy. I'm looking forward to non-partisan, interstate, and cross-national conversations.

Congratulations, Community Dental Care, on the opening of your new clinic in Maplewood on Carlton Street! I was honored to give remarks on the vital dental care provided by their dentists, hygienists, and assistants. I look forward to the smiles you'll bring to our community😁🦷🪥 @dflsd47.bsky.social

As a proud union member & daughter of a DNP, I know it's important to have qualified nurses & Advanced Practice Providers in our community. It's time for Essentia Health to bargain in good faith. These vital workers are there for us through health questions & ER visits, & we must stand w/ them✊

We had a fun day at the Prairie Island Indian Community Wacipi! The frybread was a hit, and our favorite dance was the Women's Fancy Shawl dance. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

If you wish to pay your respects, Melissa, Mark, & Gilbert (their golden retriever) will lie in state Friday, June 27. The Capitol Rotunda will be open to the public from 12–5pm. The funeral service is private, but will be livestreamed Saturday at 10:30 am on YouTube by DPS: www.youtube.com/@MNDPS.

I was proud to walk in solidarity yesterday with @mapeunion.bsky.social & @afscme.bsky.social as they negotiate their contract. I was honored for the opportunity to give remarks. Our state workers keep Minnesota running, & deserve a fair contract. Look who I found- @senatordoronclark.bsky.social!

A time for us to mourn Melissa and Mark as a community. We are asked to bring our own candles, and please do not bring signs. @dflsd47.bsky.social

A dark day in MN. Leader, friend & role model @melissahortman.bsky.social was killed this morning. She was honest, caring, w/ an utmost sense of duty & service. My family is safe & grateful for Woodbury PD. Sending love for the Hoffman family, too.

Let's finish what we started. See you at 10 AM. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/196u...

Solar for Schools and Eagle Point Elementary are powering up to be the greenest school in Minnesota! 🌞

The state budget impacts MN. My concern focuses on our hard-working, talented state employees facing disruption after chaotic disruption. #getitdone www.facebook.com/share/v/1526... @dflsd47.bsky.social @governorwalz.mn.gov @ltgovflanagan.mn.gov @mapeunion.bsky.social @afscme.bsky.social #mnleg

Happy Memorial Day! What a beautiful day to thank those that serve in our military, our veterans, and those that made the ultimate sacrifice. This year was a little extra special knowing that our SGU veterans will finally have the overdue recognition they deserve. @dflsd47.bsky.social #mnleg

And it's midnight-See you in Special Session😮‍💨 @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

It's 11:45- The House stands adjourned after a political posturing fight. I think I'll stick around until midnight because I work until the end for my community.

It's 10:25- Likely, the last bill of session has started. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

It's 8:25-My DFL colleagues and I are at the Capitol, working hard to pass bills that benefit Minnesota's working families. Let's get it done! @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ei4...

It's 7:25 PM. My colleagues and I are ready to pass some bills to fund state government, protect all workers, and ensure paid leave and healthcare for everyone. I do have some pretty cool seat mates to wait it out with, @sandrafeistmn.bsky.social & Rep Jay Xiong. @dflsd47.bsky.social

For tonight's Education Finance, I heard from constituents, reviewed the bill, & listened to the debate. I voted w/ hourly workers. The bill will go to conference committee where the UI sunset provision is expected to be removed. We also voted on a bill to fund UI🙂 www.facebook.com/share/v/1Zhx...

As the end of Session draws near, it's important to be reminded of why I'm in this role. Thank YOU, South Maplewood and Woodbury for your emails, phone calls, and visits. Together, we make a great community. ❤️ @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

The Health budget bill passed off the Floor tonight! There's good work in this bill, but as I look ahead at the Federal government, we're going to have a lot more work to do. www.facebook.com/share/v/1ANW... @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

Happy Songkran! I felt very honored to have a front row seat to the opening ceremony, Veteran recognition, and taking part in the water blessing. What a beautiful way to ring in the Thai New Year! I look forward to serving on the Council of Asian Pacific Minnesotans with Senator Susan Pha.

Tomorrow, we start the Veterans & Military Affairs Conference Committee! I'm honored to be named one of the four from the House on the committee. Check out my comments on the bill when we passed it off the Floor. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/1EvT...

Here's Alex & the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District. Did you know they target mosquito larvae based on their digestive pH to avoid harming other insects, like pollinators? I know mosquitoes are an important part of the food web, but they can carry human diseases, too.🦟 @dflsd47.bsky.social

As Co-Vice-Chair of the Veterans and Military Affairs division, I was so honored to have our budget and policy bill pass! Thank you to all who made it happen, and to Chair Xiong for your leadership and mentorship. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

I am so angry at the intentional rule breaking exhibited by my Republican colleagues. In a place where we are expected to compromise, where "we are only as good as our word," today's behavior was shameful. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/1Gir...

Tonight the House hosted State of the State. Walz: Best state to raise a family, working together, paid leave is around the corner. ♥️ Also, federal chaos & protecting Minnesotans 💪 Me: Our state workers (MAPE/AFSCME), & the chaos from the RTO order, cuts to MDH, & contract negotiations. 🤔

I stopped by the Friends of the Boundary Waters rally today🌲 🛶 It was a great reminder that we need to take care of our precious planet for this and future generations. Happy Earth Day! 🌎 ♻️♥️ @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social @mccollum.house.gov @smith.senate.gov #mnleg

Today was a memorable day. My daughter's Girl Scout troop learned about floor debate (Is Taylor Swift the best singer ever?), reading a bill (HF2627), & visiting w/ Chief Justice Frisch. Then, a beautiful Floor session honoring Rep Mary Murphy. Hearing stories & feeling the love was truly touching.

Yesterday, I attended a neighborhood rally to protest the cruel eviction of a sitting Maplewood Councilmember, who has a deep knowledge of the system, & her family. Think about people who don't have this knowledge. This is just another example of corporate landlords putting profits before people.

Just reflecting as Session break starts. We have a wonderful, passionate, & active community. Thank you for electing me! Some recent visitors: -Jeremy, Dylan, & Jenna from AFSCME -Brian & MNCAP folks -Paul, Karla, & Dawn about healthcare justice w/ ISAIAH -WA Cty & Commish Clasen -WLA 6th graders

We've made it to Budget Deadline! It's definitely been an experience. There will be a session break until noon on April 21st, when we'll be back at it to pass a state budget by May 19th. Get some rest, folks. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/1DYm...

MAPE MDH employees were picketing today. Our public health system is critical for the health & safety of everyone! Rabies, E. Coli outbreaks, bird flu, measles, & so many more! If we can't allow our professionals to do their job, our state will be harmed & put more pressure on our hospitals.

Veterans and Military Affairs budget and policy bill passed the committee this morning. The Children and Families budget and policy bill was laid over. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/18Ys...

Today featured the Washington County Public Works building/Environmental Center with Commissioner Michelle Clasen, and the release of the Children and Families budget bill! @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/14vT...

Happy Deadline Week! Check in each day this week for a summary on each of my committees' budgets. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg www.facebook.com/share/v/15AE...

Saturday was District & Democracy Day! At Woodbury Expo, people told me their worries & encouraged me to hang in there. Then, I joined 25,000 people @ the Hands Off rally to send a message to the phony/wannabe kings in DC. It's gonna be tough, but we're gonna get through this & fight together✊

Great time at Connect India! Chatted with some old friends, & met new friends. It was also important for me to listen to the community about their fears & concerns with the current federal administration. Thank you, Consul General Somnath Ghosh, for your words & partnership. @dflsd47.bsky.social

You're invited to a town hall! Please join @sennmitchell.bsky.social, Rep. Cha, and me on April 12 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. You can RSVP with the link below. We hope to see you there! forms.gle/N7CTZwnUimMD... @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

Springing an Executive Order on 40,000 state employees with no warning does not show respect for the hard work they're accomplishing across the state. We will be heard. @MAPE @afscme.bsky.social @middlemanagementassociation @dflsd47.bsky.social www.facebook.com/share/v/1AiS...

Some great connections this week♥️ -Trudi & Tommy about state grants for private colleges -Connie to get more involved in our community -Mesfin, Lisa, & Cindy from @seiumn.bsky.social -Community Dental Care @ Oral Health Showcase -Meeting Chelsea @ Woodbury Community Academy @dflsd47.bsky.social

My Masters work @ the Humphrey was about DTC genetic tests, & I passed a bill detailing your rights. Protect your data from greedy companies profiting off your DNA: www.instagram.com/reel/DHrC1JH... Want a checklist? www.npr.org/2025/03/25/n... The law: www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/202...

The Tech Together podcast I recorded with Genesys Works - Twin Cities had dropped! Check it out🤩 open.spotify.com/episode/4L4W... This was an amazing experience, thank you! ♥️ @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhouseinfo.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg #nerdcaucus

Lots of passionate advocates in our community! Thank you for sharing your stories♥️ -Demress, Sanna, & Delta Sigma Theta Sorority -Lydia & crew: Disability Services Day -Jean and Dick checking in -Brielle: Care Providers -Matt: acupuncture policy -Alek: HF186 & transit policy -Mark: retiree concerns

The @metrotransitmn.bsky.social Gold Line is finally here! Great grand opening with @smith.senate.gov, @amyklobuchar.com, @mccollum.house.gov, Mayor Anne Burt, and SkipTraffic. The Gold Line will connect communities & reduce cars on the road Rides are FREE through Friday! @dflsd47.bsky.social

I felt very privileged to be a part of the Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin Ceremony with @mccollum.house.gov and the MN Department of Veteran Affairs. Thank you to all of our Vietnam Veterans ♥️ I was honored to meet those present from Woodbury, too. @dflsd47.bsky.social @mnhousedfl.bsky.social #mnleg

I look forward to our local Iftar every year. Thank you, Eastern Twin Cities Islamic Center for welcoming us to celebrate with you during Ramadan. @dflsd47.bsky.social #mnleg