The 2021 legislative session was long and difficult, but very important for Minnesota’s economic recovery. Before we move on to the next season of opportunities and challenges, we need to recognize Sens. Paul Gazelka and Carrie Ruud, as well as Reps. Josh Heintzeman, Dale Lueck and John Poston.
Their hard work helped Minnesota employers and their teams get back to business.
We appreciate our legislators fighting against tax increases and business mandates that would have made our state an even tougher place for companies to succeed and grow. Together, our representatives:
- Voted to ensure Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans weren’t taxed in Minnesota. (The Senate took this vote in March before taxes were due.)
- Voted to ensure workers wouldn’t have to pay income tax on unemployment benefits received during the pandemic.
- Voted to extend health care reinsurance for individuals, keeping premiums reasonable.
- Voted against legislation that would have made Minnesota one of highest tax states in the country - despite a state budget surplus and availability of billions of federal dollars.
These efforts enabled our state to quickly bounce back from economic challenges. On behalf of our members, we thank them for supporting small businesses - the backbone of our state economy.
Matt Kilian, president
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Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Nichole Heinen, director
Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Doug Loon, president
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
