Mary Kiffmeyer Sworn in as State Senator Tuesday

The St. Michael area state senator, Mary Kiffmeyer of Big Lake, was sworn in Tuesday at the start of the legislative session.

As Minnesota's 88th session begins, district 30 represents a new area because of redistricting. Kiffmeyer will represent St. Michael, Albertville, Hanover, Otsego, Elk River and Big Lake.

"It is an honor and a privilege to serve the residents of District 30 as their Senator," said Kiffmeyer in a prepared statement. "I look forward to working for the constituents of my district and with my fellow colleagues as we seek common sense goals of an improved business climate, a balanced budget and a more efficient and effective government."

Kiffmeyer will serve on the following committees: health and human services;transportation and public safety; and capitol investment. She will also serve on the subcommittee on elections.

Kiffmeyer is a former secretary of state and was previously a Minnesota House representative.

Kiffmeyer "encourages and appreciates" constituent input, the statement said. She can be reached at 651-296-5655, by mail at 123 State Office Building, 100 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55155, or via email at sen.mary.kiffmeyer@senate.mn