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Statement from Representative Melin and Representative Metsa on the terminations at Cliffs Natural Resources facilities

Monday, May 4, 2015

ST. PAUL – Cliffs Natural Resources terminated approximately 100 salaried positions at their facilities at Hibbing Taconite, Northshore Mining, and United Taconite according to news reports. Representative Carly Melin (DFL-Hibbing) and Representative Jason Metsa (DFL-Virginia) released the following statement today regarding the announcement:

 

“Once again, family and friends on the Range are facing economic hardship and an uncertain future.” said Rep. Melin.

 

“Unfortunately, this is becoming familiar news. We will do everything we can to make sure the state of Minnesota is supportive of our families on the Range and that they get the benefits they have earned and deserve,” said Rep. Metsa.

 

Both Representatives Melin and Metsa encourage constituents to contact them directly with any questions they may have.

 

Workers seeking unemployment benefits can apply online at www.uimn.org or by calling 1-877-898-9090. Workers can also find additional details on local workforce development trainings at http://mn.gov/deed/job-seekers/workforce-centers/workshops/#/?i=43 .

 

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