SAINT PAUL – Tonight, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced a set of new public health guidelines aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19 across the state of Minnesota.
State Rep. Jack Considine (DFL – Mankato) issued the following statement:
“Governor Walz has been forced to make impossible choices throughout this pandemic, and the measures he announced tonight are another series of difficult, but necessary moves to protect people in our state. COVID-19 has now resulted in the deaths of over 3,000 Minnesotans, and the current surge in cases is unsustainable for our hospitals and the dedicated health care workers caring for people. Individually, Minnesotans also have to do their part by washing their hands often, wearing a mask, staying home when sick, and getting a test if they have symptoms.
“We also can’t ignore the economic harm small businesses have felt due to this pandemic. They are the lifeblood of our Main Street economies, and it’s time the federal government comes together to enact a relief package so they can keep their lights on and keep folks on the job. I hope community members will support their favorite establishments by getting takeout meals or purchasing gift cards as they are able.
“We’re all hoping a vaccine can be approved and distributed as soon as humanly possible. Until then though, everyone needs to do what they can to protect their family and their community.”