Minnesota State Rep. Jim Joy (R-Detroit Lakes)
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Recent News About Minnesota State Rep. Jim Joy (R-Detroit Lakes)
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Rep. Jim Joy sends Independence Day message honoring service and American values
Representative Jim Joy extended his Independence Day greetings to residents, emphasizing the importance of the holiday and its meaning for Americans.
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Jim Joy issues statement on loss of Melissa Hortman and attack on Sen. Hoffman
Representative Jim Joy of Hawley has issued a statement following the death of Speaker-Emerita Melissa Hortman and an attack involving Senator John Hoffman and his wife.
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Minnesota legislature passes two-year budget after delayed session
After a delayed start to the legislative session, Minnesota lawmakers passed the state’s two-year budget during a special session this week. Rep. Jim Joy (R-Detroit Lakes) described the process as challenging but said House Republicans remained...
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Minnesota House passes budget without new taxes following bipartisan negotiations
On Monday, the Minnesota House approved its final state budget.
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Rep. Jim Joy criticizes Gov. Walz's absence during legislative negotiations
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has expressed concern about the state’s legislative process following the adjournment deadline on May 19.
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Jim Joy criticizes delays as Minnesota legislature heads into special session
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has expressed concern over the recent adjournment of the legislative session, which ended on May 19 without completing its work.
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Minnesota Rep. Jim Joy comments on end of 2025 legislative session
As the 2025 legislative session concluded, Representative Jim Joy, who serves as Co-Vice Chair of the Taxes Committee and is a member of both the Transportation Finance and Policy Committee and the State Government Finance and Policy Committee,...
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Rep. Jim Joy reports legislative progress and criticizes delays at Minnesota Capitol
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy reported progress in several legislative committees this week, including the completion of omnibus bills in both the Transportation Finance and Policy Committee and the State Government and Finance Committee.
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Rep. Jim Joy shares Easter message focused on faith and renewal
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has extended Easter greetings to his constituents, emphasizing the significance of the holiday as a time for reflection and renewal.
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Rep. Jim Joy introduces affordability bill; supports legislation on girls' sports
The Minnesota House of Representatives is back in session following a pause due to a Supreme Court ruling on quorum requirements.
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Rep. Jim Joy introduces House File 5 targeting tax relief and changes in transportation funding
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has provided an update on legislative activity as the session moves forward with House Republicans in the majority for the first time since 2018.
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Minnesota House reaches organizational deal after quorum standoff
After nearly a month of delays, the Minnesota House of Representatives has reached an organizational agreement that will allow legislative work to resume.
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Rep. Jim Joy criticizes House Democrats over extended absence amid state budget delay
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has criticized House Democrats for not attending legislative sessions, marking what he calls the 18th day of a shutdown in the Minnesota House.
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Rep. Jim Joy introduces bill targeting tax relief as Minnesota legislature convenes
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has announced the start of the 2025 legislative session, highlighting new legislation aimed at tax relief and fiscal accountability.
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Jim Joy begins second term amid controversy over Minnesota House swearing-in
Minnesota State Representative Jim Joy has begun his second term in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
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Jim Joy sworn in for second term; announces committee roles for new session
Representative Jim Joy (R-Hawley) has begun his second term in the Minnesota House of Representatives as the 2025 legislative session starts.