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Same-sex marriage bill goes to Senate for vote; proponents, protesters share opinions, sing messages at Capitol
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
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
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
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
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
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
With new data available, SOS office helps connect veterans with job opportunities
House passes anti-bullying bill; legislators recall personal experiences
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
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
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.
