US EditionDemocrats push back, Republican praise Gov. Tim Walz’s call for more in-person work
- Around 25 lawmakers and state employee union members protested Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's remote work policy at the Minnesota Capitol on March 27, 2025, highlighting worker discontent.
- Governor Walz announced that state employees must return to in-person work at least 50% of the time from June 1, sparking threats of resignation from workers.
- Megan Dayton, President of MAPE, noted that there are legal hurdles to striking, and their contracts expire July 1, a month after the policy takes effect.
- Republican leaders praised the policy as necessary, stating it promotes better teamwork and efficiency in state operations, according to Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson.
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Democrats push back, Republican praise Gov. Tim Walz’s call for more in-person work
ST. PAUL — Around 25 DFL lawmakers and state employee union members pushed back on Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's remote work policy change during a press conference outside the Minnesota Capitol on Thursday, March 27. Walz announced on Tuesday that state employees will be required to return to in-person work at least 50% of scheduled workdays come June 1. Union leaders and lawmakers Thursday said they had no notice of the policy shift, and don’t agr…
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