Minnesota State Senator Jerry Relph has been recognized for his leadership in housing affordability and homeownership.

Spokesman Nick Sherlock says Housing First Minnesota chose 28 legislators who have put housing first. Relph runs Senate District 14 which encompasses parts of St. Cloud, Waite Park and St. Augusta. Relph said in an interview “It is truly humbling to be recognized for an issue that is so important to me.”

Housing First Minnesota awarded each recipient with a certificate and a letter of appreciation.