State Rep. Jim Knoblach (R-St. Cloud)
Governor Mark Dayton meets with top Republican and Democratic lawmakers this morning as he continues pushing for a special legislative session — but it’s not likely. Republicans at a working group meeting Thursday said complying with federal I-D requirements for drivers licenses can wait until the regular session in March. And there was little progress at a different meeting trying to address income and job disparities affecting Minnesotans of color. Saint Cloud Republican Representative Jim Knoblach said it’s a “very important topic, and if there isn’t a special session, having another meeting will just help lay the groundwork for what we can do in the regular session.” Democrats say Republicans are offering excuses to avoid action.