Ellen R. Anderson
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CommitteesBack to Top Finance - Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Budget Division, Chair Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications Environment and Natural Resources Finance Finance - E-12 Education Budget DivisionBills AuthoredBack to TopChief Author Bills2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status Report (PDF Document)2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status ListChief and Co-Author Bills2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status Report (PDF Document)2007-2008 Biennium Regular Session Status ListLegislative ServiceBack to TopElected: 1992, re-elected 1996, 2000, 2002, 2006Term: 5thSpecial Legislative ConcernsBack to TopNeighborhood revitalization, jobs and economic development, energy and environment, consumer protection, children's issues, violence prevention.Biographical

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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
SF2492Environment and natural resources funding provided, trust fund repayments provided, and money app...05/18/2008Conference committee report#
SF3649Help America vote act account secretary of state funds transfer authorization05/18/2008Author added Clark
SF2876Dangerous dogs regulating provisions changed.05/17/2008Governor's action Approval 05/15/08
SF3396Minnesota Subprime Borrower Relief Act of 2008 provided.05/17/2008Returned from House with amendment
SF0875Minimum wage increased and indexed, training wage eliminated, and new employee notice required.05/16/2008Governor's action Veto
HF3195Legislative Greenhouse Gas Advisory Group established, cap and trade studies and reports required...05/15/2008Senate adopted conference committee report, bill repassed
SF3877Renewable Energy Feed-In Tariff Act of 200805/15/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3878Synthetic turf health assessment05/15/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3861Ground water monitoring fee authorization in metropolitan area and appropriation05/01/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2818Green Solutions Act of 2008; cap and trade program principles for greenhouse gas emissions04/28/2008HF substituted on Calendar HF3195
SF3540Green economy transformation task force03/31/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF3087Motorized recreation gas tax revenue elimination; motorized trail grants in aid violations and pe...03/25/2008Withdrawn and returned to author
SF3539Economic development policy and environmental policy conformance requirement03/13/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3741Green economy businesses tax incentives03/13/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3742Resolution for principles inclusion into a regional greenhouse gas emission reduction cap and tra...03/13/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2800Plastic bag recycling program03/05/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Commerce and Consumer Protection
SF2999Safe Cosmetics Act; dibutyl phthalate disclosure requirements02/28/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Commerce and Consumer Protection
SF3188PERA prior service credit purchase for St. Paul employee02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3034Energy department creation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3133St. Paul playground, fields and community center bond issue and appropriation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3134University of Minnesota University Enterprise Laboratories, Inc. laboratory and office space bond...02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3155Corporate franchise tax research and development credit for environmental research expenses02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2952Beneficial use of wastewater capital projects grants bond issue and appropriation02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2953Lost or stolen cellular phones customer liability limits02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2920Child support obligor collection service fees requirement for IV-D services02/20/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2787St. Paul regional amateur sports facility bond issue an appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2621Metropolitan council recreational open space lands acquisition and improvements bond issue and ap...02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2634Environment and natural resources bond issue and appropriations02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2685University of Minnesota St. Paul campus natural history museum construction bond issue and approp...02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2701Minnesota state fair fish habitat educational display bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF1857Public utilities service disconnections during winter regulated.05/21/2007House rule 4.20, interim disposition of bills, returned to Energy Finance and Policy Division
SF1998Utility proceedings intervenors compensation payment conditions and procedures specified.05/21/2007House rule 4.20, interim disposition of bills, returned to Energy Finance and Policy Division
SF2356Minnesota historical society supreme court justice Harry A. Blackmun bust appropriation05/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2299St. Paul Como zoo bond issue and appropriation05/15/2007Introduction and first reading
HF0966State nurse overtime provisions modified, and report required.05/09/2007Secretary of State Ch. 46 05/08/07
SF2096Omnibus environment and natural resources finance bill appropriating money for environment, natur...05/09/2007Governor's action Approval 05/08/07
HF0293Environment and natural resources funding provided, Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota R...05/04/2007Secretary of State Ch. 30 05/03/07
SF2041St. Paul Port Authority authorized to create a nonprofit corporation to own or operate a steam pr...04/30/2007Received from Senate
SR0085A senate resolution recognizing September 25, 2007 as a day of remembrance for murder victims in ...04/30/2007Introduction
SF2199Nuclear waste storage modification; utilities greenhouse gas infrastructure costs recovery04/24/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF2239Sheriffs, deputy sheriffs and coroners law practice prohibition repeal04/17/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2221Wind energy development agreements regulation04/11/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2180Local government aid (LGA) county program aid withholding; counties individual sewage treatment s...03/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0817Nurses overtime regulation compliance requirements03/27/2007Special Order
SF1932Energy department creation03/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1876Pollution control agency structure modification03/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1877Minneapolis firefighters relief association surviving spouse benefit eligibility03/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1878Lead screening and cleanup grants appropriation from petroleum tank fund03/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1781Environment and natural resources appropriations03/14/2007Author added Prettner Solon
SF1782Local water management accountability and oversight03/14/2007Author added Prettner Solon
SF1244Rural wind energy development program and revolving loan fund establishment03/12/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1697Easement acquisition information requirements03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1282Minnesota renewable hydrogen initiative03/08/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1561Resolution to not escalate United States troop involvement in Iraq03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1612Railroad prairie right-of-way best management practices provision modification03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0004Renewable energy standard established.02/28/2007Governor's action Approval 02/22/07
SF1324Healthy Families, Healthy Workplaces Act02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1379Constitutional amendment for sales tax increase and revenue dedication to natural resources purpo...02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1272WomenVenture appropriation02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1280Home heating assistance appropriation02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1182St. Paul neighborhood circulators grant appropriation02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1183St. Paul park and recreation staff and library staff professional development opportunities and p...02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1187St. Paul youth services availability website and appropriation02/22/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0582University Enterprise Laboratories, Inc. bioscience development activities appropriation02/21/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF0803Early childhood family education program funding increase02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0810School districts alternative facilities plan energy efficiency improvement projects inclusion02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0723Minnesota state fairgrounds wine and malt liquor sales provisions modification02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0732Children with mental illness or developmental delays preschool and home visiting programs appropr...02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0192Global Warming Mitigation Act of 200702/07/2007Author stricken Rosen
SF0410Metropolitan area regional parks maintenance and operation appropriation02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0450Environment and natural resources appropriations; legislative citizen commission on Minnesota res...02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0137Constitutional amendment for sales tax dedication to natural resources, clean water and arts purp...01/18/2007Introduction and first reading


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
SF3056Permanent school fund provisions modified, proceed disposition from sale of administrative sites ...05/18/2008H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF3096Energy conservation investments programs established, rulemaking requirements eliminated, microen...05/17/2008Conference committee report#
HF0995Peak Oil; Governor memorialized, by resolution, to take action to prepare a plan of response and ...05/16/2008Returned from Senate with amendment
SF3881Natural resources ombudsman05/16/2008Introduction and first reading
HF3585Local governments authorized to engage in energy-related activities, including ownership of renew...05/15/2008Secretary of State Ch. 303 05/13/08
SF3876Consumer products advisory council05/15/2008Introduction and first reading
HF3722Omnibus economic development policy bill.05/13/2008Secretary of State Ch. 300 05/12/08
SF2706Energy usage performance standards provided for development and application.05/13/2008Governor's action Approval 05/08/08
SF3337Omnibus energy bill modifying programs, providing standards, and appropriating money.05/13/2008Governor's action Approval 05/12/08
SF3868Charter school students extracurricular activities participation05/07/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3160Community based energy development projects; wind energy conversion system ownership provisions m...05/05/2008HF substituted on General Orders HF3585
SF2828Critical public service property trespassing provisions modified.04/30/2008Governor's action Approval 04/24/08
SF3341Business Energy Accountability Act of 2008 proposed providing for a voluntary inventory of busine...04/30/2008House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
SF3093Guaranteed energy savings contracts provisions modifications04/28/2008Gen Ord: Stricken & returned to author
SR0190A senate resolution honoring Merrick Community Services on 100 years of service04/23/2008Introduction
SF3840Municipal vacant buildings delinquent registration fees as special assessment collection authority04/17/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3488Outdoor heritage fund and Lessard heritage enhancement council creation04/16/2008Committee report: To pass
SR0186A senate resolution recognizing April 12, 2008 as Human Rights Torch Relay Day in Minnesota04/10/2008Introduction
SF3412Medium-speed electric vehicles defined, medium-speed electric vehicles required to be registered ...04/07/2008Received from Senate
SF3830Low-carbon fuel standard04/07/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3812Pollution control agency stakeholder meetings temporary prohibition03/31/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3471Unemployment benefits extension and regulations; corrections department unemployment division emp...03/25/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF3794Human rights investigation and training requirements03/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2742Registered nurse staffing for patient safety hospital standards and requirements03/19/2008Author added Dibble
SF2007Motor vehicle damage disclosure requirements modification03/17/2008Committee report: To pass
SF2886State budget requirements modifications03/17/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3237Public waters structures natural resources department rulemaking requirement03/17/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3773St. Paul tax increment financing district duration extension03/17/2008Introduction and first reading
SF0973State involvement in international trade policies03/13/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1948Resolution for governor to take action to prepare to meet the challenges of peak oil03/13/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Rules and Administration
SF2943Star lakes and rivers designation03/13/2008Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF3720Reproductive Privacy Act03/13/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2749Wind energy conversion system (WECS) aggregation program03/10/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF2949Local renewable energy initiative and microenergy loan program bond issue and appropriation03/10/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF3311Propane prepurchase program funding clarification03/10/2008Committee report: To pass as amended
SF3602Resolution to terminate federalization and deployment of national guard in Iraq03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3621Game fish season and limits modification03/10/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2669Early childhood education developmental screening aid modification03/06/2008Author added Clark
SF3517Solid waste construction and demolition materials recycling; product stewardship; solid waste ch...03/06/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2989Pistols or semiautomatic military style assault weapons transfer provisions modifications03/03/2008Author added Rest
SF3162Northstar and Central corridors rail projects sales tax exemption provisions modification02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3200Telephone directories distribution list removal option02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3287Long term homeless supportive services appropriation02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF3319Greenhouse gas reporting requirements02/28/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2480Comfort Lake Forest Lake watershed district watershed management organization classification02/25/2008Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Taxes
SF2972Design for renewable energy projects for K-12 schools bond issue and appropriation02/25/2008Author added Wiger
SF2973Sustainable water use02/25/2008Authors added Rest; Wiger
SF3149Closed landfill cleanup bond issue and appropriation02/25/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2964Adult basic education aid modification02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2974Income tax credit for solar thermal equipment installation02/21/2008Introduction and first reading
HF2285Natural resources and cultural heritage dedicated funding provided through increased sales tax re...02/20/2008Secretary of State Ch. 151 02/19/08
SF2329Mourning dove hunting prohibition02/18/2008Chief auth stricken, shown as co-auth Pappas
SF2714St. Paul youth services building renovations grant bond issue and appropriation02/18/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2705St. Paul RiverCentre loan repayment forgiveness02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2709St. Paul convention center bond issue and appropriation02/14/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2448Tamarack nature center bond issue and appropriation02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2489Greenleaf Lake recreation area acquisition and management bond issue and appropriation02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2490State trails acquisition, construction and renovation bond issue and appropriation02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
SF2518Minnehaha Creek watershed district repair bond issue and appropriation02/12/2008Introduction and first reading
HF1063Omnibus higher education finance bill establishing and amending higher education programs, and ap...05/21/2007Returned from Senate with amendment
SF0145Next Generation Energy Act of 2007 adopted.05/21/2007H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF0997Energy programs and funding provisions expanded and modified.05/21/2007House rule 4.20, interim disposition of bills, returned to Ways and Means
SF0006Dallas Sams Outdoor and Cultural Legacy Act; Lessard heritage enhancement, great outdoors and cul...05/20/2007HF substituted by motion [HF2285]
SF0167Unemployment insurance policy, housekeeping, and style changes provided; rules incorporated into ...05/20/2007H adopted SCC report and repassed bill
SF2328Minnesota Health Care Act05/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1061Certificate of pay equity compliance for state contracts requirement05/17/2007General Orders: Progress
SF1533Homeowner transactions regulated relating to homes in foreclosure, homestead property regulated, ...05/17/2007Returned from House with amendment
SF2298St. Paul national great river park and Bruce Vento nature sanctuary bond issue and appropriation05/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1051Uniform Environmental Covenants Act05/14/2007Chief auth stricken, shown as co-auth Moua
SF1443Unemployment insurance waiver from certain filing requirements provided.05/08/2007Referred by Chair to Higher Education and Work Force Development Policy and Finance Division
SF0442Housing Solutions Act; deed tax increase04/26/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Taxes
SF0443Scrap metal dealers regulation04/25/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF0356Window screens required in certain residential dwellings to comply with safety standards, and win...04/24/2007Author added Dibble
HF0472Renewable energy production incentives eligibility period extended.04/23/2007Secretary of State Ch. 20 04/20/07
SF1532Credit counseling and debt management services regulation and criminal penalties imposition04/17/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF1704Wetland conservation provisions modifications04/17/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Agriculture and Veterans
SF2237Resolution urging congress to fully fund nuclear waste storage04/17/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1589Pesticide application regulations, rulemaking and appropriation04/16/2007Author stricken Koering
SF2210Resolution supporting Amtrak funding03/31/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1294Public Utilities Commission electronic filing authorized.03/29/2007Governor's action Approval 03/27/07
SF2176Child support full compliance with payment agreements requirement03/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF2178Independent school district #623, Roseville; permanent fund transfer03/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1053Ramsey County corrections provisions modified.03/24/2007Received from Senate
SF2069Renewable energy agency establishment03/24/2007Author added Anderson
SF2144Monticello nuclear facility routine radiation emissions health report03/24/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1137Wetland conservation provisions modifications03/22/2007Committee report: Amended
SF1162Carbon neutral state government action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions03/22/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications
SF0879Packinghouse workers bill of rights03/21/2007Committee report: To pass as amended
SF0053Lake Superior oceangoing vessels ballast water discharge regulations03/19/2007Author stricken Dibble
SF0439Health care report requirement03/19/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1251Hennepin county Three Rivers park district water quality protection and restoration03/15/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0308Blighted housing rehabilitation program03/14/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Judiciary
SF1212PACE program approval process modification and appropriation03/14/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1794Dry cask storage at Monticello stay extension03/14/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1821Metropolitan economic development association appropriation03/14/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1702Wind energy conversion system loan guarantee program03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1718Minnesota Cleanup Day designation03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1733Special education aid increases, base funding and adjusted special education base revenue modific...03/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0477Koochiching county economic development authority plasma torch gasification facility feasibility ...03/08/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1622Invasive species emergency management authorization and appropriation03/08/2007Introduction and first reading
HF0087St. Paul Asian Pacific Cultural Center predesign expenditures authorized from previous appropriat...03/07/2007Secretary of State Ch. 4 03/05/07
SF0787Career and college counseling pilot program and research consortium03/07/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1172Living at home/block nurse grant programs number and funding increases03/07/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF1588Homeownership education, counseling and training program appropriation03/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0654World languages academic standards requirement03/05/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0686Family, friend and neighbor (FFN) grant program03/05/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1485Clean water legacy act implementation appropriation03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1494Domestic assault and crimes of violence provisions modifications03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1507Property tax exemption for native prairies modification03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1513County regional railroad authorities transit project funding prohibitions03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1536Uniform Principal and Income Act (2000)03/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1420Property tax classification rate reduction for unimproved shorelands03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1427Charter schools student transportation formulas modifications03/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1159St. Paul integrated domestic violence response framework appropriation02/28/2007Author added Sieben
SF1341St. Paul Ordway center renovation grant bond issue and appropriation02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1347Endocrine disruptors in state waters report requirement02/28/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0579ECFE program enhancement and accountability plan; developmental assessment at kindergarten entran...02/26/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0923Adult basic education provisions modifications; GED fee payment increase02/26/2007Author added Sieben
SF1222School districts technology needs appropriation02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1232School finance system modifications and school finance reform task force02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1256Roadsides for wildlife program appropriation02/26/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0573Lifetrack Resources immigrant/refugee collaborative employment programs appropriation02/21/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF1087Fishing license and waterfowl stamp aquatic plant material removal requirement02/21/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0947Homestead property taxes limit based on income02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0970Motor vehicle sales tax proceeds revenues deposit requirements modification; transit fund creatio...02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1001Environment, natural resources and agriculture appropriations02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1009Minnesota Public Utilities Holding Company Act02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF1012School lunch aid increase02/19/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0239Renewable energy production incentive payments eligibility extension02/15/2007Comm rpt: To pass and re-referred to Finance
SF0262Nonresident hunting fee and license requirements for certain species modification02/15/2007Comm rpt: To pass as amend & re-ref to Finance
SF0788General education development test fee waiver02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0791Minnesota humanities commission teachers professional development grant appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0814Asian American juvenile crime prevention grant appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0853High school graduation incentives program eligibility expansion02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0865St. Paul summer youth employment program appropriations02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0880Shopping carts child protective devices requirement02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0902Firearms lost or stolen reporting requirement02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0907School districts limited English proficiency programs funding restriction removal and revenue for...02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0908Special school district #1, Minneapolis; bonds issuance authority increase; independent school di...02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0918Intellectually and developmentally disabled statewide self advocacy network appropriation02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0926School districts early kindergarten funding increase02/15/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0781Adult basic education aid increase02/12/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0673Hennepin and Ramsey counties supplemental group residential housing rate02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0690Workers compensation mental stress coverage02/08/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0521Indigenous languages higher education teacher training grants02/07/2007Author added Anderson
SF0607Motor vehicle manufacturing plant maintenance requirement02/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0628Energy demand efficiency program establishment02/07/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0557St. Paul RiverCentre loan forgiveness appropriation02/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0558St. Paul RiverCentre loan forgiveness bond issue and appropriation02/05/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0270Constitutional amendment for sales tax increase and receipts dedication to natural resources purp...02/01/2007Author stricken Sheran
SF0390St. Paul on-sale intoxicating liquor license02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0479Veterans homes appropriation expanded use authorization02/01/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0318Early childhood developmental screening aid funding increase01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0339Income tax subtraction for alternative fuel vehicle use01/29/2007Introduction and first reading
SF0340Ramsey county summer youth employment grants appropriation01/29/2007Introduction and first reading