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April 9, 2020

Senator Scott Jensen expresses appreciation for insulin conference committee

“In the most challenging of times this conference committee worked together, involved stakeholders, respected open meeting laws, and got the job done,” said Senator Scott Jensen (R-Chaska). “I am gratified that each conferee from both…

April 9, 2020

Senator Rarick Statement on Stay at Home Extension

Yesterday, Governor Walz announced that the ‘Stay at Home’ Executive Order will extend from April 10th to May 4th. The Governor cites federal guidelines, the actions of other states, and data modeling as the reason for…

April 9, 2020

Legislative Update and a Happy Easter Holiday from Senator Utke

As we approach the Easter weekend, it’s clear that this will be a unique holiday. Many have experienced major life changes surrounding their work and social life, family members will likely travel less, and there’s…

April 9, 2020

Senator Pratt responds to extended stay-at-home order

On Wednesday, Governor Tim Walz announced his ‘stay-at-home’ order will continue until the beginning of May. In response, Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake), chair of the Senate Jobs and Economic Growth Finance and Policy Committee,…

April 8, 2020

Senator Mathews Statement on Extended “Stay at Home” Order

Today, Governor Walz announced that the ‘Stay at Home’ Executive Order will extend from April 10th to May 4th. The Governor cites federal guidelines, the actions of other states, and data modeling as the reason for…

April 8, 2020

Senator Chamberlain update: Gov. Walz extends Stay at Home order

DAILY UPDATE FROM ST. PAUL April 8, 2020 Dear Friends, More on the COVID related circumstances in our state. Today the Governor issued Executive Order 20-33, which extends the “stay home” order until May 3rd. This Executive…

April 8, 2020

Senator Howe, Senate, pass workers’ comp reform for professionals on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill, chief-authored by Senator Howe, specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers,…

April 8, 2020

Kiffmeyer: “Senate Republicans will continue in a bipartisan fashion… to ensure a fair, free, and healthy election”

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Senator Mary Kiffmeyer (R-Big Lake) released the following statement in response to proposals to change election law during the coronavirus pandemic: “These are extraordinary times and election administration, like almost everything else…

April 8, 2020

Senator Rosen encourages Gov. Walz to ease restrictions on ‘safe’ businesses

Minnesota Sen. Julie Rosen (R-Vernon Center) today released the following statement encouraging Gov. Tim Walz to ease restrictions on businesses that can safely operate during the coronavirus pandemic. “In a few hours, Gov. Tim Walz…

April 8, 2020

Senator Jensen, Senate Republicans ensure protections for workers combatting COVID-19

After much deliberation, Minnesota labor and business groups and the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) reached an agreement to update workers’ compensation insurance presumptions for certain laborers who contract COVID-19. Workers on the front lines…

April 8, 2020

Senator Hall, Senate, pass workers’ comp reform for professionals on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill, co-authored by Senator Hall, specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers,…

April 8, 2020

Senator Eichorn, Senate, pass workers’ comp reform for professionals on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill, co-authored by Senator Eichorn, specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers,…

April 8, 2020

Senator Ingebrigtsen, Senate, pass workers’ comp reform for professionals on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers, police officers, paramedics, corrections…

April 8, 2020

Senator Draheim, Senate, pass workers’ comp reform for professionals on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers, police officers, paramedics, corrections…

April 8, 2020

Senator Dahms Supports First Responders Worker’s Compensation Legislation

St. Paul, MN – Today, the MN Legislature gathered to pass Senate File 4458, ensuring that front-line workers who contract COVID-19 while working will be eligible for worker’s compensation. They will not be required to prove…

April 8, 2020

Senator Westrom, Senate Republicans Pass First Responders Worker’s Compensation Legislation

(St. Paul, MN) – Tuesday the 7th, the MN Legislature gathered to pass Senate File 4458, ensuring that front-line emergency first responders, health care workers, and others who contract COVID-19 will be eligible for worker’s…

April 8, 2020

Senator Benson Appreciates First Responders Worker’s Compensation Legislation

(St. Paul, MN) – Tuesday, the MN Legislature gathered to pass Senate File 4458, ensuring that front-line workers who contract COVID-19 will be eligible for worker’s compensation. They will not be required to prove that…

April 8, 2020

Senator Koran Voices Support for First Responders Worker’s Compensation Legislation

(St. Paul, MN) – Today, the MN Legislature gathered to pass Senate File 4458, ensuring that front-line workers who contract COVID-19 while working will be eligible for worker’s compensation. They will not be required to prove…

April 7, 2020

Senator Newman, legislature votes for expanded workers’ compensation bill

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill, House File 4537, specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers, police officers,…

April 7, 2020

Senator Senjem applauds passage of expanded workers’ compensation legislation

Today, the Minnesota Legislature unanimously passed legislation that provides occupational protections for certain workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The bill, House File 4537, specifies that certain frontline workers, including health care workers, police officers,…