MANITOBA, Canada — State Rep. Dan Kelley of Newton traveled to Manitoba, Canada, for a Legislative Exchange trip last December.

The trip was supported by a grant to the Midwestern Legislative Conference from the Government of Canada. During the visit, the MLC delegation met with government ministers responsible for the areas of energy, health, finance, agriculture, and children and youth. 

“Having the opportunity to discuss trade, energy, agriculture and education with the Canadian Assembly was an exciting opportunity for me to gain an understanding of effective legislation in many different areas of the Canadian government, as well as get ideas for how to represent my district more effectively,” Kelley said.