(PDF version) May 10, 2016 Dear Legislator: The Minnesota Catholic Conference, the public policy voice of the Catholic Church in Minnesota, writes to express support for HF 3983 (Cornish) / SF 3481 (Latz), which would modify drug sentencing laws. The … Continue reading
Bishop Statements, Correspondence & Testimony
Letter from Jason Adkins to Senate Tax Committee regarding internet sports gambling
(PDF version) May 9, 2016 Dear Senate Tax Committee Member: The Minnesota Catholic Conference, the public policy voice of the Catholic Church in Minnesota, writes to express significant concern about SF 3007/HF 2540, the “Fantasy Sports” enabling act. Like many … Continue reading
Letter from Bishop Andrew Cozzens to legislators regarding REAL ID
(PDF version) May 19, 2016 Dear REAL ID Conference Committee Members: Peace be with you. I write today to ask that, as you negotiate SF 3589 (REAL ID), you not include the language regarding “lawful status” found on Line 6.14 of … Continue reading
Remarks from Mr. Jason Adkins on SCOTUS Oral Arguments on DACA & DAPA
PDF Version Remarks from Mr. Jason Adkins, MCC Executive Director Press Conference: Immigration Advocates Discuss SCOTUS Oral Arguments on DACA & DAPA April 18, 2016, Minneapolis Opening Prayer “When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not … Continue reading
Testimony from Kathryn Mollen, supporting Drug Sentencing Reform (SF 3481, Latz)
(PDF version) Testimony of Ms. Kathryn Mollen, Policy and Outreach Coordinator Senate Judiciary Committee April 8, 2016 Drug Sentencing Reform: S.F. 3481 (Latz) Chariman Latz and Members of the Committee: Good morning. My name is Kathryn Mollen and I … Continue reading