Rep. Zeleznikar Gaveled in for 2026 Legislative Session

St. Paul- The 2026 Legislative Session officially started today, and Representative Natalie Zeleznikar (R-Fredenberg Township) was one of 134 House legislators who gaveled in today to convene session. The Minnesota House is still tied 67 to 67 meaning both parties will face the same challenges and roadblocks as last year with the tie.   

“I am happy to get back work representing our district and communities, said Rep. Zeleznikar. “I am also focused on fighting fraud and hope to work in a bipartisan manor to hold the fraudsters accountable and provide more oversight within our government agencies.”

“I have also been working to protect critical access hospitals (such as Aspirus Lake View in Two Harbors), as well as ambulance and non-emergency transportation services. In addition, I have been focused on rooting out billions of dollars in fraud to ensure that those who provide services to vulnerable adults do not face further cuts. It is vital that the Department of Human Services can distinguish fraudsters from those who truly provide care to vulnerable adults.”

“Another top priority will be to pass an Office of Inspector General like other states have done to protect programs and taxpayers with an independent Office of Inspector General with prosecuting authority to hold people accountable, and regain the publics trust of billions of dollars.”