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"2024 MN Legislative Session: Addressing Controversial Issues and Advocating for Change"
business1 year ago

"2024 MN Legislative Session: Addressing Controversial Issues and Advocating for Change"

The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce is pushing for a legislative agenda focused on no new taxes, spending, or mandates for businesses, criticizing the previous session's impact on competitiveness. Governor Tim Walz defended the previous year's work, emphasizing the need to keep up with a fast-moving world. Legislative leaders discussed the odds of sports betting passing, frustrating debate opponents, and issues like beer sales and reforming the Met Council, with differing opinions. They also shared how businesses in their districts described the 2023 session and their hopes for the 2024 session.

"Minnesota's New Laws: Impact on Businesses, Workers, and Cannabis Tax"
business2 years ago

"Minnesota's New Laws: Impact on Businesses, Workers, and Cannabis Tax"

New laws in Minnesota will have a significant impact on businesses and workers, including a first-in-the-nation ergonomics standard, lactation space requirements, a ban on non-compete agreements, tougher workplace safety penalties, and new taxes. The legalization of recreational cannabis in August will also affect employers, particularly in terms of safety-sensitive positions and liabilities. The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce is offering assistance to businesses in navigating these new laws and providing signage for compliance.