Governor Tim Walz has declared September 22-28, 2024, as “Workplace Rights Week” in Minnesota. This initiative aims to educate workers about their rights and responsibilities, with a particular focus on new labor protections like paid family leave and earned sick time. The Department of Labor and Industry plans to visit over 1,000 workplaces statewide, sharing information on wage theft, safety, and other key issues. This declaration could be especially relevant to local workers in Becker and Otter Tail counties as they navigate these new laws.
For more, visit the Department of Labor and Industry