Governor Mark DaytonVerified account

@GovMarkDayton

This is an archived account of the Office of Governor Mark Dayton (2011—2019).

Saint Paul, MN
Joined November 2010

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  1. Together with his Administration and the people of MN, Governor Dayton is leaving this state better than he found it eight years ago. Read more from the news this week about Gov. Dayton’s two terms in office:

    Governor Dayton at podium clapping
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  2. Today, approved a permit for the proposed Fargo-Moorhead Flood Diversion Project “Plan B.” A major infrastructure project, Plan B will provide reliable & effective flood protection & create new jobs. Governor Dayton issued the following statement.

    Governor Dayton's statement on the permit for the Fargo-Moorhead Flood Diversion project
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  3. Today, the Trump Administration began the process of renewing federal mineral leases for the Twin Metals project near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). In response, Governor Dayton issued the following statement. Read More:

    image of the Governor's quote
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  4. Today, Governor Dayton met with his Cabinet for the final time. Together, they have worked hard to serve this state and build a .

    Governor Dayton and members of the Cabinet
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  6. When Gov. Dayton took office, he promised to build a . That is exactly what he has done. Since 2011, Gov. Dayton's Administration has restored fiscal stability, helped improve our economy, invested $2B in our schools, & much more. Learn More:

    Governor Dayton in a classroom, Governor Dayton and Lt. Governor Solon, Governor Dayton and Lt. Governor Smith, and Governor Dayton with Minnesotans
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  7. Today, Governor Dayton greeted singers from the South St. Paul Secondary School choir during the final Holiday tour at the Governor’s Residence in Saint Paul. Wishing all Minnesotans a Happy Holiday Season!

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  8. To recognize his many contributions to Minnesota and his historic 15 seasons with the , Gov. Dayton has proclaimed today “Joe Mauer Day” throughout the state. Congrats, Joe! Thank you for all you have done for MN. Read More:

    Proclamation declaring "Joe Mauer Day"
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  9. Hey folks! Welcome to my official Twitter as your Lt. Governor-elect. Here, you can find the latest info from me and my team as we build our Administration. And I’m excited to hear from you, too!

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  10. Hey Minnesota! Welcome to my official Twitter as your Governor-elect. Excited to hear from you and share updates as we build . Follow along!

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  11. Great news! Today, announced he will play a 2nd concert at on May 3, 2019. Now, more Minnesotans and fans from across the region can enjoy the show!

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  12. 14 Dec 2018

    . THANK YOU for this! Let’s make it happen for the people of Minnesota! I’m in!!! love, g

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  13. Today, tickets for ' May 4th concert at sold out in under 1 hr. Gov. Dayton tonight asked him to host a 2nd concert to make sure the MNs & fans who missed a ticket today can still enjoy the show. Read More:

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  14. This week in the news: reports on MN’s return to budget stability under Gov. Dayton’s leadership, plans shift to all-electric fleet, & names the Twin Cities as one of nation’s top tech markets. Read More:

    This is image is a still from a video of CBS Chicago's TV news clip
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  15. This week in the news: projects a $1.5B surplus & shows a record $2.5B in cash & Reserves, helps farmers commit to water quality conservation, and aims for zero carbon emissions by 2050. Read More:

    Graphic shows State Budget Forecasts from 2007 through 2018
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  16. Today, released the latest State Budget and Economic forecast, projecting a $1.5B surplus and showing a record $2.5B in cash & Reserves. In Gov. Dayton’s words: “This state is in tremendous fiscal shape.” Read More:

    Governor Dayton, Commissioner Frans, and State Budget Director Reitan speak to the press
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  17. In Jan. 2011, Minnesota faced a $6.2B deficit, owed our schools $1.9B, and there was virtually nothing in the Budget Reserve. Today, we have a $1.5B surplus and a record $2.5B in cash & Reserves. Eight years of strong fiscal management have built a much .

    A graphic showing the budget forecasts from 2007 through 2018
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  18. Today, Gov. Dayton greeted singers from the Armstrong High School Chamber Singers during Holiday tours at the Governor’s Residence in Saint Paul. Learn more about upcoming Holiday tour opportunities:

    Governor Dayton and student singers at the Governor's Residence
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  19. Since 2014, has worked with 680 MN farmers to enroll nearly 450K acres of farmland in the MN Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program, implement conservation practices, commit to sustainability, and build a . Read More:

    Grass on a farm
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  20. Gov. Dayton has proclaimed Dec. 7, 2018 as Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, in honor of the more than 2,400 Americans who lost their lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor, 77 years ago. The Governor has ordered flags to half-staff on Friday. Read More:

    United States flag at half-staff
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