Legislative Initiatives
-
News
At the Capitol: Working to Keep Your Power Affordable and Reliable Power
June 12, 2026
By: Jenny Glumack, Director of Government Affairs, Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA)
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session has wrapped up at… -
News
CEO’s Message – May 2026
Co-op Advocates for Members’ Best Interests
Legislative affairs are an important part of the cooperative business model. In Minnesota, Stearns Electric works with… -
News
CEO’s Message – February 2026
Minnesota Legislative Priorities 2026
At the time of this issue, the 2026 Minnesota legislature is officially in session. Stearns Electric, in partnership with… -
News
CEO’s Message – July 2025
2025 Legislative Session Recap; Property Tax Issue Resolved
The 2025 Minnesota legislative session officially wrapped up on June 9 following a one-day special… -
News
CEO’s Message – February 2025
2025 Legislative Session Underway
Legislative affairs are essential to the electric cooperative business model. In Minnesota, Stearns Electric works closely with our elected… -
News
CEO’s Message – May 2024
Co-op Board of Directors Advocates for Members’ Best Interests at Minnesota State Legislature
Legislative affairs are a crucial part of the cooperative business… -
News
CEO’s Message – September 2023
Board Weighs Options on Cooperative’s Property Tax
Settle or Proceed to Tax Court
Under a Minnesota law that has existed since 1939 (Minn. Stat…. -
News
CEO’s Message – May 2023
Rapid Changes Continue to Impact Co-op
The energy industry is constantly evolving and changing, and this year is no different. As we can… -
News
CEO’s Message – February 2023
Legislative Affairs: Co-op Focuses on Reliability and Affordability in 100% Carbon Free Legislation
Greetings. This month, I would like to take some time…