Legislative Preview 2023
In this episode, GJB host Erin Hart, Jessica Nyman (Civic Engagement Director), and Abena Abraham (UnRestrict Minnesota Campaign Director) discuss the upcoming legislative session in Minnesota.
The governor will be inaugurated on January 2nd.
The Minnesota legislative session begins on January 3rd.
The Reproductive Freedom Caucus and the Black Maternal Health Caucus will be important to watch during the session.
The health and judiciary committees will be of particular focus.
Testimony from people directly impacted by reproductive health issues is critical to shaping policy.
Writing letters to the editor and using social media is imperative to keep the focus on current conversations.
It is important to stay engaged and continue to hold elected officials accountable.
Voting is only one step in the process of creating change.
The session will end in May.
It is important to stay informed and be ready to show up and make your voice heard.
About The Gender Justice Brief
The Gender Justice Brief is hosted by Erin Hart, Communications Director at Gender Justice, and produced by Gunther Michael Jahnl and Audra Grigus.
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