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To support schools in creating COVID-19 testing programs for students and staff, Governor Tim Walz has announced that the state has extended the deadline for public and tribal schools to apply for grant funding to October 15, 2021. The initial deadline was October 1. In-person learning is critical to a child’s well-being and academic success […]
Governor Tim Walz announced that personal care assistant (PCA) workers in Minnesota will see higher wages and other new benefits this month. The statewide minimum wage for PCAs has risen from $13.25 to $14.40 per hour effective Oct. 1, then increases again to $15.25 on July 1, 2022. “Personal care assistants help Minnesotans with disabilities
Yesterday, Governor Tim Walz announced an allocation of $15 million in federal American Rescue Plan funds to help emergency shelters serving vulnerable Minnesotans improve COVID-19 mitigation measures. The funding will support the state’s Emergency Services Program grants, which are awarded to organizations that provide emergency shelter and essential services for people who are homeless. The
Today, following federal guidance issued from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Governor Tim Walz announced that Minnesota will begin administering Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots to Minnesotans who are eligible to receive one. Minnesotans who got the Pfizer vaccine can receive a booster shot at least six months after their initial series based on CDC
Today, Governor Tim Walz announced a $10 million drought relief package to support Minnesota farmers and livestock producers impacted by severe drought conditions during the 2021 growing season. “Historic drought conditions have created extreme stress and financial hardship for our farmers and livestock producers during an already difficult time for the agricultural industry,” said Governor Walz. “As
Today, Governor Tim Walz announced the launch of a new program offering $100 on-site incentives for COVID-19 vaccines at community vaccination clinics around the state. Nearly 50 COVID-19 Community Coordinators (CCCs), community clinics, and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) will participate in the program. Participating organizations will offer incentives worth $100 for a completed vaccine series.
