SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA — Minnesota House DFL leaders and legislators discussed their first priorities for the 2021 Legislative Session today. The legislation focuses on the ongoing pandemic and assisting Minnesotans struggling as a result of COVID-19.
“Minnesotans deserve to be safe, healthy, and have economic security,” said Speaker Melissa Hortman. “While vaccines bring hope that the end of the pandemic is in sight, COVID-19 continues to threaten our families and communities. House Democrats are focused on responding to the needs of Minnesotans, helping them weather this pandemic and thrive after it ends.”
“The work of the people of Minnesota must continue, despite threats of violence encouraged by top Republicans politicians and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,” said Majority Leader Ryan Winkler. “Despite the unprecedented challenges facing us, House Democrats will still work to advance a policy agenda to meet Minnesota’s needs. The priorities we are announcing today are immediate steps the Legislature can take to help the health and livelihoods of workers, families, and small businesses hurt the most by COVID-19.”
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