Minnesota lawmakers

Rep. Sydney Jordan, a DFLer who co-chairs the Minnesota House education committee, and her fellow co-chair are praising a ruling concerning a proposed health standards rule. The statement, released through the Minnesota House of Representatives, signals support from key Democratic-Farmer-Labor education lawmakers for the court's decision as debates over health education standards continue in the state.

A Wayzata, Minnesota church is holding a tribute to Gilbert, the service dog killed during the June shooting that targeted state lawmakers. Gilbert, a rescue dog who worked as a service animal, died in the attack at State Senator John Hoffman's home. The church ceremony gives the community a way to grieve the dog and honor his service, drawing attention and sympathy from residents.

Minnesota Representative Cheryl Youakim, the House DFL's lead on education policy, joined other House DFL education chairs in applauding a court ruling related to a proposed health standards rule. The ruling is being welcomed by Democratic lawmakers as a favorable step for the rule, which concerns health education standards in the state. No further details about the court's reasoning were provided.