Minnsights Blog

The COVID-19 pandemic upended the 2020 legislative session, resulting in legislative breaks, remote hearings, limited public engagement and challenges to the governor’s peacetime emergency executive powers.

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the Minnesota Chamber has stressed the importance of balancing health and economic impacts. Now it’s time to get our economy moving again, in the safest way possible for employees and customers.

The spread of COVID-19, and the ensuing public health response, have upended our lives and the economy. During this time, many employers are working hard to take care of their employees while also keeping their businesses afloat.

The Minnesota Chamber is incredibly proud and grateful for how our members have stepped up during the COVID-19 crisis to help their communities, fill supply needs and care for first responders. Continue to check back as we highlight what our amazing members are doing to help mitigate the spread and impact of COVID-19.

"We should immediately move toward the opportunity for more Minnesotans to return to work, protect workers and continue to fight against the spread of COVID-19."