Dave Baker

Shahir Ahmed from a local nonprofit says there were 34 “glaring” fraud flags in grant applications. Chair @DBaker16b: “Were they ever shared with law enforcement?” Ahmed: “No sir, we’ve not been asked to do that.” What?

We’ve wrapped up week two of the 2026 session, and I want to be direct with you: the deeper we dig, the more concerned we become. Our top priority this session is fraud—exposing it, rooting it out, and making sure it never happens again. Read more ⬇️ content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNHOU…

Finally, members care about small business! First week back and we’re off to the races.

Minnesotans: No matter where you land on law enforcement, immigration, freedoms, rights…I don't care at this moment. It's time for all Minnesotans, of every background, to come together. Full statement below ⬇️ facebook.com/share/p/1DMmyP…

Thank you to our friends at Mankato Growth for the recent Rural Forum event. Great discussion on MN economics, Paid Family concerns, business outlooks and Vikings Football! We have a state to save! Never give up!

12:05 If you were President for one day, what is the one change you would make? 12:35 Ask with @AC830 1:05 Minnesota Paid Leave program is one month away, @DBaker16b joins 2:05 Rapid Fire Radio 2:35 @jamieyuccas @wccoradio

"That's my biggest fear, that this is a economic engine crusher." @DaveBakerMN with us today sharing his strong concerns of how MN's new family leave program beginning in 2026 may hurt the state and our businesses. audacy.com/podcast/chad-h…

So grateful to have the endorsement and strong support of my friend, @DaveBakerMN! It was an honor to speak at his kick-off fundraiser in Willmar tonight! Thanks for the great conversations! Minnesotans are ready to retire Tim Walz! 🇺🇸

We had so much fun at the New London Water Days parade!  Thanks to everyone for making us feel so welcome!

Join us this Thursday! facebook.com/events/s/legis…

Melissa Hortman was a respected colleague and I am heartbroken. My Mom and Dad and brother Joe had the chance to meet her recently. I will miss her 💔

As we celebrate this Easter Sunday, I'm reminded of the importance of faith, family, and service to one another. Wishing you and yours a joyful, meaningful day! Happy Easter!

These are the kinds of meaningful, bipartisan efforts that make a real difference, and I’m proud to be part of the work moving us forward. Watch the video: facebook.com/watch/?v=10587…

At the same time, I’ve been focused on advancing a deeply personal bill, born out of tragedy, to improve scuba diving safety and training standards in Minnesota. The Brady Aune and Joseph Anderson Safety Act passed off the House Floor last night with unanimous support, 127-0.

I'm encouraged to report both parties in the House have come together on budget targets—a key step as we work to address the state’s projected $6 billion deficit.

Please join us in Willmar on March 29th! facebook.com/share/1AGMTZvv…

Kandiyohi County Farm Bureau members visited with me yesterday to discuss @MNFarmBureau priorities. I always love talking with our farmers and seeing so many of them come to the Capitol for National Agriculture Day!

Watch my introductory speech for my bill: Video: facebook.com/share/v/167ygZ…

This is about getting it right—providing leave for those who need it while preventing unnecessary job losses and skyrocketing costs. I look forward to working with my colleagues on a practical solution that works for all Minnesotans.

Minnesotans deserve a fair and sustainable Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program—one that supports workers while also recognizing the realities that businesses, schools, and local governments face.