Interim Update - 10.24.25
It’s been great to see students and staff back in the classroom for another school year. I had the opportunity to join Sen. Eric Pratt at the Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools board meeting last Monday, where we discussed the importance of empowering…
Interim Update - 10.3.25
Minnesotans work hard, pay their taxes, and deserve to trust that their dollars are used wisely. Yet time and again, we continue to see shocking reports of fraud and waste inside Minnesota’s state government. These scandals not only drain taxpayer dollars, they betray the trust of the very people we are here to serve.
Interim Update - 09.19.25
It’s great to be back with students and staff as a new school year begins. As both an educator and legislator, I see every day the challenges and opportunities in our classrooms. I remain committed to supporting our schools, empowering educators, and ensuring students have the resources they need to thrive.
Representative Ben Bakeberg Announces Run for Minnesota Senate
JORDAN, MN. – Today, Representative Ben Bakeberg, father, educator, and the only current school administrator serving in Minnesota State Government…
House Republicans Propose Real Solutions for Struggling Schools
Saint Paul, MN – As the third legislative deadline passes, House Republicans have introduced a bold package of legislation aimed at saving Minnesota’s schools. Representative Ben Bakeberg (R-Jordan)…
Education Update from Rep. Bakeberg 04.23.25
Thank you for everything you do to serve our students and community.
I’m reaching out today because our schools are at a breaking point…
Happy Easter from Rep. Bakeberg
This week, instead of a legislative update, I want to take a moment to reflect on the significance of Good Friday and Easter.
Good Friday reminds us of the depth of sacrifice and the power of grace…
Legislative Update 04.11.25
As some of you are aware, we reached the first and second legislative deadlines last week and this week we’re wrapping up committee negotiations. Today, we reached the third and final legislative deadline…
Representative Ben Bakeberg Respects and Support Educators through Pension Bills
[St. Paul, MN] – Representative Ben Bakeberg (R-Jordan) participated in a press conference to support pension reform efforts for educators. Speaking at the State Capitol…
Legislative Update 04.04.25
Important progress continues on several bills that will support our communities, address absenteeism in schools, and improve the North Star Promise as we approach the first and second deadlines. House budget targets have also been released…
House Republicans Respond to Walz’s $240,000,000 Proposed Education Cuts
Saint Paul, MN – Representative Ben Bakeberg (R-Jordan) spoke at a press conference yesterday to address Governor Tim Walz’s proposed $240,000,000 cuts to education funding.
Legislative Update 3.28.25
It’s been a busy week in St. Paul.
House Republicans are advancing our efforts to combat fraud, and I’ve introduced legislation aimed at stimulating a struggling industry and boosting our local economy. On Thursday, I spoke at a…
Minnesota House Republicans Unveil Whistleblower Portal to Improve State Oversight
St. Paul – [03.25.25] – Yesterday, the House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Committee announced the launch of MNFraud.com…
Legislative Update 3.20
As we approach the first and second deadlines, things are heating up in the Minnesota House of Representatives! The week began with passionate debate about a proposed constitutional amendment that would return surplus funds to taxpayers and continued with progress on bills…
Legislative Update 3.17
We are halfway through the legislative session and have much to talk about. In the past two weeks, we witnessed some important anti-fraud legislation being passed, I had multiple hearings to address concerns facing our schools…
House Republicans Celebrate Whistleblower Protections with Unanimous Passage of House File 23, While House File 3 is Tabled
Saint Paul – [ 03.11.25] – Yesterday, Minnesota House Republicans celebrated…
Legislative Update 3.7
We’ve had an eventful week here in St. Paul! On Thursday, the budget forecast was released, and frankly, the lack of self-control in spending over the last two years is showing up…
Minnesota House Democrats Vote Against Preserving Girls’ Sports Act
St. Paul – [03/06/25] – On Monday this week, Minnesota House legislators convened to vote on the Preserving Girls’ Sports Act…
Legislative Update 2.28
Thanks to each of you who have reached out and shared your perspective on the different topics being discussed here in St. Paul! One question I’m often asked is, “Do you guys work together at all in St. Paul?” Despite what you may hear on the news or see on social media…
Rep. Bakeberg Works Across the Aisle to Improve School Attendance
Saint Paul – [02/26/25] – This week, Representative Ben Bakeberg (Prior Lake, Jordan, Shakopee) proposed legislation to address the rise…
Legislative Update 2.21
What an exciting week it’s been here at the Capitol! We’re back in action and fully committed to working hard for the people of Minnesota. Committees are up and running, and bills are being heard—though not without some setbacks from the Supreme Court’s ruling on quorum requirements.
Legislative Update 2.14
Dear Friends and Neighbors, After nearly four weeks of delays, the Minnesota House is officially back in session! I’m excited to get back to work, tackling the priorities that matter most to our communities…
Legislative Update 2.7.25
It’s been another eventful week here in St. Paul, but this is one for the history books — literally. For those of you who don’t know, an organizing deal was agreed to between…
Legislative Update: 1.31.25
The beginning of this session has been interesting. We’ve seen lost ballots, two Supreme Court rulings, candidates who fail to meet basic residency requirements, and the democrat legislators refusing to show up. I think we can all agree, this is not what we want from our state government…
Education Update 1.24.25
My name is Ben Bakeberg, and I have the privilege of beginning my second term representing the Prior Lake-Savage, Jordan, Shakopee and Southwest Metro School Districts in the Minnesota House of Representatives…
Legislative Update 1.17.25
I hope this message finds you well as we begin another exciting legislative session here in St. Paul. It’s an honor to represent Prior Lake, Jordan, Shakopee, Spring Lake Township, Sand Creek Township, Jackson Township, and Louisville Township and work on behalf of our shared priorities.
Rep. Bakeberg Returns to the Capitol for the 2025 – 2026 Session
St. PAUL – State Representative Ben Bakeberg was sworn in at the capitol today to the Minnesota House of Representatives…