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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.
Election bills take shape in House, Senate
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
The Democratic-led Senate passed so-called Dream Act legislation on Wednesday, May 1.
