Tag: Gov. Walz

Here’s why Minnesota extended the Stay at Home order

The Minnesota model is estimating at least 6,000 deaths over a 12-month period.

Minnesota’s stay-at-home order has been extended until May 4, with Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm supporting the extension by revealing some of the key findings of a state-specific coronavirus model.

Malcolm said that Minnesota has flattened the curve, at least temporarily, with the number of confirmed cases now doubling approximately every eight days, which is a significantly slower pace than before the original Stay at Home order went into effect March 27.

“It can all go sideways very quickly if we don’t continue,” Gov. Walz said, urging Minnesotans to hang tough and continue to focus on staying home outside of leaving for essential needs or to go outside for fresh air while always practicing social distancing. Continue reading.

Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 10, 2020

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Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 3:00 PM on 4/9/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Yesterday, Governor Walz announced that he is extending the Stay Home Executive Order until May 4. The Governor reminded Minnesotans how important it is to stay home, because decisions we all make now will have life or death impacts for our neighbors and loved ones down the road.

We know this isn’t easy on Minnesota businesses, large and small. We have a number of different loans and grants available to businesses that are struggling, and we encourage all employers to contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development to see what programs and resources are available. We want to continue to find ways to help Minnesota businesses and taxpayers as much as possible during these uncertain times. Continue reading “Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 10, 2020”

Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 9, 2020

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April 8, 2020

Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 3:00 PM on 4/8/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Governor Walz today extended the Stay Home Order until May 4 in order to continue Minnesota’s success in slowing the spread of COVID-19 across the state.

“What we are doing is working, Minnesota,” said Governor Walz. “We are taking this seriously, and we are staying home. While Minnesota is showing lower rates of infections than our peers across the country, now is not the time to let up or allow that trajectory to change.”

The Governor’s order to stay home is forecasted to significantly slow the spread of COVID-19, pushing out the peak of the disease and allowing the state to continue key preparations for the pandemic. These preparations include building new hospital capacity and buying ventilators and masks, planning for how to protect those most at risk, expanding testing, and freeing up time for health care giants like the Mayo Clinic to develop critical treatments for the virus. The Stay Home Order is now extended to 11:59 pm on May 3, 2020. Continue reading “Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 9, 2020”

Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 7, 2020

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April 7, 2020

Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 9:00 PM on 4/7/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Governor Tim Walz today announced that CUB Foods and its parent company United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), in partnership with the Governor’s Children’s Cabinet, has set up an ordering process specifically for child care providers.

Grocers are working tirelessly to meet the needs of Minnesotans – and they’re going the extra mile for our child care providers and emergency workers,” said Governor Walz. “Partnerships like this are critical to keep our communities healthy and safe. I’m grateful to CUB for stepping up in this time of crisis.”

CUB, based in Stillwater, Minnesota, has an extensive statewide supply chain network, including Kemps, that will allow child care providers serving children of emergency workers to secure needed products at convenient, flexible hours and locations. Continue reading “Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 7, 2020”

Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 6, 2020

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April 6, 2020

Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 4:00 PM on 4/6/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Amid rising reports of discrimination from the Asian Pacific Islander community, Governor Tim Walz launched a Discrimination Helpline today to reinforce the state’s efforts to protect the civil rights of Minnesotans during the COVID-19 pandemic. The helpline will allow Minnesotans who experience or witness discrimination to report incidents directly to the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. The helpline is staffed Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“Minnesotans are resilient people who support their neighbors when the going gets tough,” Governor Walz said. “As Asian Americans in Minnesota report heightened cases of discrimination amid COVID-19, my message is clear: Viruses don’t discriminate, and neither do we.” Continue reading “Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 6, 2020”

Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Upate: April 5, 2020

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April 5, 2020

Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 7:00 PM on 4/5/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Today, Governor Walz delivered his second State of the State address remotely from the Governor’s Residence. During his speech, he recognized the new reality facing Minnesotans as COVID-19 disrupts their everyday lives, a reality that far exceeds Minnesota’s harshest winters. But he also pointed out that Minnesotans are resilient people with a deep reserve of courage, optimism, and grit. While there’s no stopping the storm of COVID-19 from hitting Minnesota, we are preparing for it:

  • We are building our hospital capacity so that we can ensure as many Minnesotans as possible receive the care they need when they need it.
  • We are increasing testing to better track the disease.
  • We are increasing ventilators and ICU beds for when people fall ill.
  • We are doing all we can to find more personal protective equipment for the selfless doctors, nurses, first-responders, and so many others on the frontlines against COVID-19.

Continue reading “Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Upate: April 5, 2020”

Statement from Speaker Hortman and Majority Leader Winkler on State of the State

House DFL logoSAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA — Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Majority Leader Ryan Winkler released the following statements on Governor Walz’s second State of the State address:

“Governor Walz and his Administration have shown incredible leadership and have served the people of Minnesota well during this crisis,” said Speaker Hortman. “The Minnesota House of Representatives will continue working with the Governor and doing everything we can to help Minnesotans during this difficult time and into the future. Minnesotans care about one another, and we help each other out in tough times. Despite the challenges and uncertainty before us, we remain confident in our ability to come together and pull through.”

“During this pandemic, we appreciate Governor Walz and his team’s strong work to protect the health and well-being of Minnesotans,” said Majority Leader Winkler. “Despite the challenges we’re facing, we know Minnesotans will meet the moment. The Minnesota House of Representatives is continuing to work hard on behalf of our constituents, and we know there are more issues we will need to address in the coming days, weeks, and months. We are already looking ahead and exploring options to address the long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and build a brighter future for all Minnesotans.”

 

Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 4, 2020

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Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 7:00 PM on 4/4/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Yesterday, Governor Walz signed an Executive Order to lift hours of service requirements for certain truck drivers, in order to support the state’s agriculture community, while they work to keep Minnesotans fed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With the ongoing spread of COVID-19, there are heightened concerns within the agricultural industry about the decrease in the commercial driver workforce and the risk it poses to efficient movement of agricultural commodities. Executive Order 20-27 lifts certain regulations on hours of service, helping to facilitate safe and efficient movement of critical supplies.

“Minnesota agriculture is critical to both our economic health and our ability to keep Minnesotans fed and healthy during this pandemic,” said Governor Walz. “This measure will help ensure essential agriculture supplies can be transported quickly and efficiently.” Continue reading “Gov. Walz’s COVID-19 Update: April 4, 2020”