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Neighbors and Friends,
In this time of great stress and concern, I want to ensure you receive current and accurate information. In this update, I’ve included several links to answer some of the questions you’re sure to have during this uncertain time. In Minnesota, we have world class medical facilities, the best people in medicine and science and a state government working to protect your life and livelihood.
We are in a place unimaginable a few weeks ago, but we must adapt to our temporary new normal. I want to assure you that your government leaders are here for you.
The weight of our situation was felt yesterday when the House gathered, while implementing the Minnesota Dept. of Health guidelines, to pass an aid package for Minnesotans coping with disruptions from the COVID-19 virus.
Highlights of the bill include:
- Funding for small business loans, including restaurants and bars.
- One-time grants for childcare providers.
- Financial assistance for food banks, food shelves, and related transportation costs.
- Investments in secure, safe housing for senior citizens, people with disabilities, and Minnesotans experiencing homelessness.
- Extends the time frame for Minnesotans to renew driver’s licenses, permits, or disability parking permits that expire during the peacetime emergency (no additional fees would be charged for these extensions).
You can read details of the bill here.
This crisis will have long lasting impacts on Minnesotans’ health and economic wellbeing, and we’re already looking ahead at options to address long-term disruptions to our lives.
STAY AT HOME
In another significant step this week, Gov. Walz signed a Stay at Home Executive Order (EO), directing Minnesotans to limit movements outside their homes beyond essential needs. The EO takes effect at midnight tonight, lasting through Friday, April 10. You can see a video from Gov. Walz on the EO here. More answers to questions about the order can be found here.
Click here to see more information from Governor Walz, including details of all the Executive Orders.
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES AND INFORMATION
Read the latest on House and Senate Action
Session Daily is a comprehensive source of information from the Capitol
Questions for workers and employers:
651-259-7114 or 800-657-3858
https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/covid/
School and childcare questions:
Call 651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504 (7am-7pm daily)
Visit www.education.mn.gov
*Childcare providers with questions should call 1-888-234-1268
Health questions:
651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903 (7am-7pm daily)
Visit www.health.state.mn.us
Minnesota Department of Health Resources
Additionally, MDH is making information about the coronavirus available in multiple languages. A full list of available languages and links to download materials are available below.
COVID-19 in Amharic (PDF)
COVID-19 in Arabic (PDF)
COVID-19 in Chinese (PDF)
COVID-19 in Hmong (PDF)
COVID-19 in Karen (PDF)
COVID-19 in Russian (PDF)
COVID-19 in Somali (PDF)
COVID-19 in Spanish (PDF)
COVID-19 in Vietnamese (PDF)
MDH has also set up non-English versions of its coronavirus website. A full list of available languages and links to each page is available below.
Spanish: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/materials/spanish.html
Somali: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/materials/somali.html
Hmong: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/materials/hmong.html
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I welcome your questions and comments anytime. You can call me at (651) 296-3824 or send an email at rep.alice.hausman@house.mn.
Thank you for the privilege of representing you in the legislature.
Sincerely,
Alice
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