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News · MN
Congress passes Tina Smith tick-borne disease bill
Foreign policyThe Minnesota senator’s measure focuses on research and treatment for tick-borne diseases.
The Ballot Minnesota News DeskSep 18, 2026
News · MN
Congress passes Tina Smith tick-borne disease bill
Foreign policyThe Minnesota senator’s measure focuses on federal research and treatment efforts involving tick-borne diseases.
The Ballot Minnesota DeskSep 18, 2026