Politics & Government

Rep. Thissen Expresses Concerns About Lack of Money for MN Flood Relief

Rep. Paul Thissen worries that the state will not have enough money to help flood areas.

With the threat of flooding in many areas of the state weighing heavily on the public and legislature's mind, Minnesota , who represents part of Richfield, expressed his concerns Monday about not having enough money to help.

The original budget for flood relief was set at $75 million has been reduced to just $5 million and roads have already been closing throughout the state as a result of rising water.

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