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House Republicans say 21-day DFL absence has stalled work; legal fight over motion recognition heads to Minnesota Supreme Court
Summary
House Republicans held a press conference at the State Capitol on what they called the 21st day that DFL House members have not attended, accused Democrats of creating a constitutional crisis, and said a pending court challenge seeks to force recognition of a motion the secretary of state declined to acknowledge.
House Republicans called attention to what they described as a 21-day absence by DFL House members and said that absence has blocked committee testimony, budget work and other legislative business.
"We just need Democrats to show up for work," a House Republican said during a press conference at the State Capitol, repeating the central message of several speakers.
The group said they met with a negotiating team this morning that included Leader Niska and representatives Torkelson, Robbins and Scott, and that further talks were scheduled for late afternoon. They also said a motion they placed "at the desk" was not recognized by Secretary of State Steve Simon, and that the issue is the subject of a lawsuit now scheduled for a hearing before the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Why it matters: House Republicans said the absence of DFL members has prevented the…
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