State Sen. David Tomassoni Announces ALS Diagnosis

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Minnesota Sen. David Tomassoni has told his constituents on the Iron Range that he has been diagnosed with ALS.

He said he's had it for a while now and worked through the entire legislative session feeling its effects. He says he will continue as a state senator to the best of his abilities.

Tomassoni has been a state representative and state senator for 29 years. He is an Independent.