A Year of Dynamic New Lawmakers in Saint Paul
By Almanac
Mary Lahammer reports that this year's legislature is notable for the number of influential freshmen. As the regular legislative session comes to an end, Mary checked in with these new faces to learn more about what issues they championed. Two doctors definitely stood out, especially as they worked on a bipartisan compromise on prescription drugs. We also got the chance to learn more about how they coped with the long hours that mark the State Capitol each May. Air mattresses and sun glasses are just some of the necessities.