[ST. PAUL, MN] – After Senate Republicans voted in favor of continuing the reinsurance program today, Governor Tim Walz pushed his proposal that would instead create a subsidy program to keep down health insurance premiums.

“I am disappointed that Senate Republicans voted today to write a blank check to health insurance companies. The reinsurance program was supposed to be a one-time deal, and continuing it is irresponsible. That is why I have proposed a subsidy program to provide direct, immediate relief to Minnesotans. Instead of giving away millions to insurance companies, I urge Senate Republicans to meaningfully consider my proposal, cut out the middle man, and put the money and the power back into the hands of Minnesotans.”