Driver's License for All
On March 7, 2023, Governor Tim Walz signed the Driver's License for All law. This law will allow undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver's license in the state of Minnesota. This law came into effect on October 1, 2023.
Health Insurance for All
The state legislature passed a health care bill that allows undocumented Minnesotans who meet income eligibility requirements to access MinnesotaCare, the state's health insurance for low-income individuals and families. This law will come into effect in 2025.
Agreement with the Stearns County Sheriff/Police
A local victory that we are really proud of is this agreement, which sets forth the rights and responsibilities of community members and the Sheriff's/police department. The purpose of this agreement is for our community to have confidence and communication with public safety.
Minnesota Safe Workplaces for Meat and Poultry Processing Workers Act
Minnesota safe workplaces for meat and poultry processing workers act: creates a brand new “workers’ rights coordinator”, prevents COVID-19 outbreaks, raises training standards, equity-centered worker protections.
Minnesota’s earned sick and safe time (ESST)
law effective Jan. 1, 2024. Employers must provide each employee in Minnesota at least one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued ESST a year.