Republicans on Thursday filed a petition to the state's highest court arguing DFL Secretary of State Steve Simon has overstepped his authority in the days since the House hit the reset button late last week.

Republicans are asking justices to force Secretary of State Steve Simon, who has been presiding over floor sessions, to recognize their motions — including one that would deprive absent

A State Supreme Court ruling has effectively shut down the GOP from being able to operate in the chamber without Democrats present.

Republicans, who have been unable to conduct House business during a holdout by Democrats, say their actions are being squelched by quick adjournments and no ability to force the other party back.