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Capitol Reports Date: Saturday, November 11, 2006
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About the Program:
The results of the election change control of the Minnesota House and strengthen the DFL majority hold in the state Senate. Host Jannell Trobec reviews the 2006 election with Dr. Larry Jacobs, Director of the Center for the study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey Institute. Plus, Capitol Report takes a look at plans underway to renovate Minnesota’s most prominent building, and Producer Jon Brune explains ways to obtain information about the 2007 session.

Segment 1 - Dr. Larry Jacobs, Director of the Center for the study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey Institute, joins host Jannell Trobec to review the 2006 election results.
12 minutes

Segment 2 - One hundred years from now, Minnesota’s state capitol will likely be standing as prominently as it does today. To ensure its longevity and usefulness for generations to come, state leaders, architects and engineers are preparing mechanical upgrades and renovation plans. Capitol Report takes a look at some of the changes on the drawing board.
9 minutes

Segment 3 - Whether you are new to the political process or a veteran legislator or lobbyist, if you’re looking for information relating to state government, a good place to begin is the Senate Information Office. Either in person, by phone, or over the internet, the Senate Information Office can help you get the information you need quickly, and reliably.
5.5 minutes