Information about bills under consideration in the Minnesota Legislature:
Radio Announcement

The information about California Emissions Legislation is currently running on radio stations in Greater Minnesota. Click the control to adjust the volume or replay the announcement.

 YouTube Links to Minnesota Legislature Testimony
Web Links and Resources

California Low Emissions Vehicle Regulations; HR 863/ SF 481: Representative Melissa Hortman (DFL-Blaine) and Senator John Marty (DFL-Roseville) are authoring the bill to require Minnesota to conform to California vehicle emissions standards.

Pro v Con Letter: Much has been written about the California Emissions Legislation being debated at the Capitol this year. There have been claims and counter claims by both sides. Here is a document that breaks down a "Dear Colleague" letter sent by Rep. Melissa Hortman with counter arguments by the staff of the Minnesota Auto Dealers Association.

Full page ad - Minneapolis Star Tribune May 8, 2008

Editorial - Minneapolis Star Tribune April 2, 2008

How to Contact Your Legislator

Who is My Legislator?

Sample emails

 
What Can I Do?

Please contact your legislators and urge them to oppose HF 863. Send an email, using your own words. Or, borrow ours if you like: sample emails.