 Minnesota's Health Commissioner is asking state legislators to provide five million dollars for an emergency fund to deal with an outbreak of measles and other infectious diseases. Public health officials are dealing with the largest measles outbreak in Minnesota in nearly 30 years and in recent months have responded to drug-resistant tuberculosis and hundreds of new cases of syphilis. The commissioner says current state funding doesn't give health officials the flexibility needed to deal with the emerging emerging disease threats. Governor Mark Dayton has endorsed his request and will help push for its inclusion in the final budget agreement. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.