Citizen, constituent, advocate: Spending a “Day on the Hill” with Mert
By John Tribbett, St. Stephen’s Human Services The room was silent and all eyes were on Mert. He spoke slowly and deliberately to the Senator’s Aide. Along with Mert, the Senator’s office was tightly packed with a variety of activists. All were at the Capitol as part of the Day on the Hill, held on March […]
Announcing MCH’s 2016 Legislative Agenda
The Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless advances policies to promote housing stability, economic opportunity, and racial equity throughout the state. This year, our coalition is advocating for affordable housing, economic security, and voting rights at the State Capitol. Please join us at Homeless Day on the Hill on March 15, 2016. Registration is open! 2016 […]
Budget Proposals on the Table
As of this morning, lawmakers have released budget proposals affecting the Homes for All and Prosperity for All campaigns. These proposals show what’s on the table–but our work is far from done! Over the coming weeks, the Senate, House, and Governor’s office will be negotiating final budget agreements that will be signed into law by […]
Homeless Day on the Hill
Thank you to everyone who attended Homeless Day on the Hill! Over 600 advocates from across the state made their voices heard at the State Capitol. [View the story “Homeless Day on the Hill” on Storify]
2014 Legislative Session: Advocacy Check List
The legislative session kicks off February 25, 2014. Governor Dayton is calling this year the “un-session.” We know it will be shorter than usual. Your advocacy is more important than ever in the coming weeks for two reasons. First, lawmakers need to know housing and economic opportunity are a priority this year–even on a short […]