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Minnesota's Economic Forecast Improves

Thursday, December 3, 2020

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Neighbors and Friends,

For many months, COVID-19 has continued to create challenges for many Minnesotans, with a substantial impact on families and small businesses. Anyone can see many of our friends and neighbors need more economic assistance to weather the pandemic.

Minnesota’s economic forecast was released on Tuesday and the numbers indicate we are well-positioned to provide immediate relief. As we await more federal aid, I will continue working with you to curb the spread of the virus and support those struggling to make ends meet. You can read more about the forecast on the Minnesota Management and Budget web page here.

In Minnesota, we are committed to putting first the needs of working families, small businesses, and Minnesotans whose livelihoods were harmed by COVID-19. We recently announced a new economic relief package to keep small businesses afloat, support workers struggling to get by, and help Minnesota families put food on their tables. I look forward to working with Governor Walz and my colleagues to deliver this much-needed assistance

Housing Committee

This week, Speaker Melissa Hortman announced my reappointment as chair of Housing Policy and Finance Committee. I’m looking forward to continuing my work to create stable, safe housing for everyone in need.

Today, Gov. Walz and Lt. Gov. Flanagan announced efforts to support those experiencing homelessness and encouraged Minnesotans behind on rent, mortgage or utility payments to apply for the Housing Assistance Program by Monday, December 7. You can learn more here.  

Bringing refugee and immigrant advocates and state leaders together

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is bringing immigrant and refugee advocates and state leaders together to network and collaborate. More details here

Resources available

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is also available to help if your job has been impacted by COVID-19. They can help with unemployment insurance, career exploration and job training assistance. Visit their website at CareerForceMN.com.

Ramsey County is also offering resources and services to those impacted by COVID-19. You can learn more here.

City of Saint Paul resources can be viewed here.

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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