Klein said it was sensitive to the concerns of small businesses, cities and school districts on the impact that paid holidays will have an impact on their operations and are open to small adjustments. He refused to offer details but noted potential changes Sick time saved Do this session, including exemptions for very small employers and seasonal or agricultural workers.
The cost of the paid leave is a concern for Traci Tapani, co -president of Wyoming Machine à Stacy, Minn., And a member of the board of directors of the American chamber. This is particularly true given the recent contraction in the manufacturing sector, pressures of current inflation and the imminent load of steel and aluminum prices.
“I believe that people should be able to have work leave, so that is not the problem for me,” said Tapani, whose family business employs around 45 people. “I am concerned about the cost of employers, and I am concerned about the cost that will be transmitted to employees, in part because we have been in inflationary time, and the employees already feel plus.”
In addition to pushing against new taxes and regulations at the workplace, the priorities of the Minnesota Chamber This session include the expansion of research tax credit and development, accelerating the environmental permit process, extending reinsurance and encouraging recent graduates to remain in Minnesota.
“There are these ways, as I see them, for significant progress this year,” said Loon, “and I am optimistic that they can do something.”