Same-sex marriage bill goes to Senate for vote; proponents, protesters share opinions, sing messages at Capitol

Posted on May 13, 2013 at 1:19 pm

The second historic day at the State Capitol for marriage equality began early Monday, May 13, in the sunshine for supporters and opponents of gay marriage legislation.

Eden Prairie Republican faced tough vote on marriage bill

Posted on May 13, 2013 at 10:50 am

Eden Prairie Republican faced tough vote on marriage bill by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter The morning after the big …

Historic House vote approves same-sex marriage legislation

Posted on May 9, 2013 at 8:22 pm

The Democratic-led House on Thursday (May 9) in a bipartisan vote approved marriage legislation legalizing same-sex marriage in Minnesota.

Supporters of same-sex marriage jubilant with House decision

Posted on May 9, 2013 at 8:00 pm

Swaying a large family photo from side to side in the State Capitol rotunda on Thursday afternoon, Brad Weber of Eden Prairie was jubilant upon learning that the gay marriage bill had passed the Minnesota House of Representatives by a 75-59 vote.

Upcoming same-sex marriage vote draws crowds to Capitol

Posted on May 9, 2013 at 1:02 pm

It was indeed a historical day at the Minnesota State Capitol on Thursday, May 9, as remembrances of demonstrations of the 1960s were revived with support and opposition to right to marry legislation.

Same-sex marriage bill set for a vote on Thursday in House

Posted on May 8, 2013 at 4:40 pm

For better or for worse, history is about to be made. The Democratic-led House on Thursday, May 9, is expected to vote on marriage legislation that could make Minnesota the 12th state to legalize same-sex marriage.

More than elections: Secretary of State sees increase in new businesses

Posted on May 8, 2013 at 12:18 pm

With new data available, SOS office helps connect veterans with job opportunities

House passes anti-bullying bill; legislators recall personal experiences

Posted on May 7, 2013 at 4:43 pm

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter A binding thread in the school-bullying debate is painful memories. The Democratic-led House on …

House approves gradual increase of minimum wage

Posted on May 6, 2013 at 9:31 am

The House of Representatives Friday, May 3, voted to increase the state minimum wage to $9.50 per hour over three years.

Childhood sexual abuse bill passes House

Posted on May 3, 2013 at 2:20 pm

Rep. Steve Simon, DFL-Hopkins, saw his child victims’ bill pass the House on a 115-7 vote this week. But it was not without emotional debate.

Election bills take shape in House, Senate

Posted on May 3, 2013 at 11:08 am

Both House and Senate omnibus elections bills have hit the House and Senate floors and are open for what promises to be some lively debate.

Hundreds rally to support Dream Act, which moves ahead in Senate

Posted on May 2, 2013 at 10:47 am

The Democratic-led Senate passed so-called Dream Act legislation on Wednesday, May 1.

Debate over GRAD tests for a diploma heats up in St. Paul

Posted on April 30, 2013 at 3:12 pm

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter Testing anxiety is not limited to students. The Democratic-led House and Senate are proposing …

Minimum-wage legislation headed for the House floor

Posted on April 30, 2013 at 2:28 pm

by Howard Lestrud ECM Political Editor It is expected that minimum wage legislation approved on a voice vote by the …

Senate passes tax bill after rejecting tax bill

Posted on April 30, 2013 at 9:47 am

The Democratic-led Senate passed its tax bill on Monday (April 29) but only after crashing it.