Skip to Content

Mankato Free Press Editorial Board: SEC should act on ratings conflict

Sen. Al Franken made the case at a recent Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Roundtable that the credit rating industry-which includes companies like S&P and Moody's-needs to be cleaned up in order to protect Minnesotans from another financial meltdown like the one that happened in 2008. The Mankato Free Press' Editorial Board recognized the problems rampant in the industry-namely that the credit rating agencies have been giving sterling ratings to complete junk and urged the SEC to regulate the industry and eliminate the conflict-of-interest.

Thursday, May 23  |  Read More...

Duluth News Tribune: "Franken still frustrated with gas prices"

The Duluth News Tribune covered Sen. Franken's frustration over the recent spike of gas prices in Minnesota because of simultaneous refinery closings. With Minnesotans now paying among the highest prices for gas, he recently pressed a top Department of Energy official to explain how this kind of thing can be prevented in the future. Click here to read more.

Thursday, May 23  |  Read More...

Northland's Newcenter TV: "Sen. Franken Pushing to Reform Credit Rating Agencies"

Click here to watch Sen. Franken's interview with Northland's Newscenter about his work to reform the credit rating industry and prevent another economic collapse like the one in 2008.

Friday, May 17  |  Read More...

Star Tribune: Sen Franken pleads with SEC for reform

The Star Tribune covered a special roundtable discussion held by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on the credit rating industry, during which Sen. Al Franken made the case that the industry needs to be cleaned up in order to protect Minnesotans against the effects of future financial meltdowns, like the 2008 collapse.

Thursday, May 16  |  Read More...

Klobuchar, Franken Introduce Legislation to Help Prevent Spikes in Gas Prices

Sens. Klobuchar and Franken introduced legislation to help prevent spikes in gas prices. The legislation would require refineries to report their maintenance schedule to the Department of Energy to prevent simultaneous closures and help avert future shortages. Click here for more.

Thursday, May 23  |  Read More...

Sen. Franken Provision to End Elder Abuse Included in Legislation to Help Seniors

U.S. Sen. Al Franken's (D-Minn.) legislation to guarantee seniors basic rights and protections from abuse and neglect as they receive long-term services and support in their homes and communities has been included in a bill to reauthorize the Older Americans Act (OAA) introduced today by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Chair of the Subcommittee on Primary Health and Aging of the Senate Health Committee.

Thursday, May 23  |  Read More...

Sen. Franken Introduces Bill to Help Make College Affordable, Improve Opportunities for Students

Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.) continued his push to make college affordable in Minnesota and across the country by introducing legislation to expand access to programs that allow students to earn college credits while in high school.

Thursday, May 23  |  Read More...

Sen. Franken's Energy Section of 2013 Farm Bill Passes Agriculture Committee

Sen. Al Franken introduced the energy legislation to be included in the 2013 Farm Bill, which includes several provisions expected to create jobs throughout Minnesota and the country. Click here to read more.

Tuesday, May 14  |  Read More...

Sen. Franken Announces Disaster Declaration for Southwest Minnesota Communities Impacted by April Ice Storm

Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken and Rep. Tim Walz announced that the White House has approved federal assistance for southwest Minnesota communities impacted by the recent winter storm that caused extensive damage to homes, businesses and public infrastructure in the region. 

Monday, May 6  |  Read More...

Sen. Franken's College Affordability Resource Nights

Key members of Sen. Franken's staff will be hosting "College Affordability Resource Nights" across Minnesota to help families understand their best options for paying for college. Click here for more information.

Wednesday, Apr 17  |  Read More...

Sen. Franken's Statement on the Ice Storm in Southwest Minnesota

Click here to read Sen. Franken's statement on the ice and heavy snow storm in Southwest Minnesota.

Monday, Apr 15  |  Read More...

Duluth Office
515 W 1st St
Suite 104
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 722-2390

NW Mobile Office
Valerie Gravseth
NW Field Representative
(218) 230-9487

Saint Cloud Office
916 W St. Germain St.
Suite 110
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 251-2721

Saint Paul Office
60 East Plato Blvd
Suite 220
Saint Paul, MN 55107
(651) 221-1016

Saint Peter Office
208 S Minnesota Ave
Suite 6
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 931-5813

Official Web Site of Sen. Al Franken
Text Only   |   Privacy Policy   |   Contact