ST. PAUL, MN – Below are statements from Governor Mark Dayton and Lt. Governor Tina Smith regarding the passing of former Minnesota Attorney General Warren Spannaus, who served three terms between 1971 and 1983.
The following is a statement from Governor Mark Dayton:
“Warren Spannaus was a champion for the best interests of Minnesotans, as Attorney General and throughout his career. He expanded that office’s role in safeguarding consumers and protecting our natural resources. I extend my condolences to his family and many friends, who mourn his loss today.”
The following is a statement from Lt. Governor Tina Smith:
“Attorney General Warren Spannaus was a courageous public servant – working to protect Minnesotans from gun violence and our natural resources from pollution. As a private citizen, Warren was compassionate and generous with his time, helping to improve conditions for individuals with mental illness and developmental disabilities. Throughout his life, Warren helped to make Minnesota a better place. I will miss him, and he will be profoundly missed by his wife Marjorie; children Christine, David, and Laura; and all Minnesotans.”
