MDA Seeks Input Before Next Legislative Session

[Cortes, Alexandra (MDA)]

Hi all,

 

Do you or others in your networks have ideas about potential agriculture-related legislative proposals that would benefit Minnesotans? If so, please see below for information about ways to share those ideas with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture before September 15. Ideas shared will be considered as part of the agency’s preparations for the upcoming legislative session.

 

Thanks,

Alex

 

From: Minnesota Department of Agriculture <MNagri...@public.govdelivery.com>
Sent: Friday, August 26, 2022 10:15 AM
To: Cortes, Alexandra (MDA) <alexandr...@state.mn.us>
Subject: MDA Seeks Input Before Next Legislative Session

Two virtual public input sessions offer chance to share ideas

 

 

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Larry Schumacher, MDA Communications 651-201-6629 larry.sc...@state.mn.us August 26, 2022 Previous Announcements MDA Seeks Input Before Next Legislative Session Two virtual public input sessions offer chance to share ideas St. Paul, MN: The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is gathering ideas as we consider the state’s next biennial budget, and we want your input. Farmers, food businesses, and others impacted by food and agriculture systems are all invited to share policy, funding, and program suggestions. The MDA is hosting two virtual public input sessions where people can share their ideas directly, in addition to an online form for written submissions open through September 15, 2022. The two sessions will take place on Zoom. Participation is free, but registration is required. The sessions are scheduled for: Wednesday, September 7 2022, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Register for this event. Thursday, September 8, 2022, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Register for this event. The Minnesota Legislature appropriates funds for the MDA and related agricultural activities through a two-year budget bill that is part of the state’s overall government funding. State budgets are set in legislative sessions that take place in odd-numbered years and are sometimes revised during sessions in even-numbered years. The next legislative session begins on January 3, 2023 and will determine the next two-year state budget. Information about the MDA’s mission, leadership, and responsibilities is available on our website. ### Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

 

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