HF 1234 Is Now Law – What is MNDDA’s Future
Today Governor Waltz signed HF 1234 into law. To say we are disappointed is an understatement, however we should take pride in knowing that in just a few weeks we organized a fierce opposition to the bill, raised awareness, and effected some positive changes to it. What is the future of MNDDA? We continue to […]
Tell the Governor What He Needs to Know
Now that HF 1234/SF 1959 has passed both houses, we ask that you contact the governor with your concerns and personal stories of how this will affect you. Regardless of whether you believe he will stop the legislation or sign it, you should make your story heard. There can be no excuses and we will […]
Peer Support Group Update
The Peer Support Group meetings are moving to Wednesday evenings (7-9 pm). Contact Laura Sosalla [email protected] or Linda Mercado [email protected] for more information on the group and how to connect with them. *Please note the correction on names here, previously the contact was posted as Laura Mercado. Apologies to all for any confusion this may […]
Help MNDDA as We Move Forward
It is time to start talking about next steps, and in the coming week or so, we will look at establishing our organization with a long-term focus. We are looking for good, dedicated volunteers to help with positions within the organization. Please consider if these are a good fit for you, or if you know […]
A Summary of Last Night’s Vote
We are obviously disappointed, but the fight continues. We are not done yet. SF1959 passed in the Senate last night and now goes to conference committee, combined with the House, to make sure it matches up with HF1234. One amendment was accepted, which is good, and it is as follows: New offsets will commence after the […]
Where Do We Go From Here?
Like you, we are profoundly disappointed in the passage of SF 1959 last night. We are being overwhelmed by phone calls, texts messages, and emails with questions regarding what this all means and where we go from here. We don’t yet have all the answers and are working to analyse the results and best options. […]
Push the Message to MPPOA Members
We need more active MPPOA members to call for a board meeting and re-vote on their endorsement of HF 1234/SF 1959. If you need help with how to bring this up to your friends and colleagues who are MPPOA members (active or retired), use the following language in an email, text, or phone call: […]
Rep Novotny Statement of Opposition
Representative Paul Novotny has issued a statement in opposition to HF 1234 with an explanation of how it negatively impacts duty disabled first responders in Minnesota. Share this statement with those who don’t fully understand the consequences of this legislation. Don’t wait, the time is now! Download a PDF version of this letter
MPPOA Member We Need You to Act NOW
If you are a dues-paying MPPOA member we need you to request in writing that the MPPOA Board convene a meeting to consider the latest amendments to SF 1959 and to re-vote on their endorsement of the bill. Send your request with your name by email to [email protected] as soon as possible, we will collect […]
Randy Sutton Supports MNDDA
Anyone that grew up watching the TV show Cops will recognize Randy Sutton. He is a highly-decorated Las Vegas Metro Police Lieutenant, and has founded an organization called “The Wounded Blue.” He is furious about Senate File 1959. Please see his message, below. Contact your Senator or come to the Capitol to meet with them in person. […]