Tag: paid_leave

Governor Spanberger Highlights New Worker Protections on Labor Day

7 Sep 2026 8:55 a.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

Governor Abigail Spanberger celebrated Labor Day by thanking Virginia's workers and detailing landmark legislation. New laws include paid family and medical leave, a $15 minimum wage, and protections against wage theft and discrimination.

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Governor Walz Extends Wildfire Emergency, Enacts Senior Liquor Law, and Celebrates Top Business Ranking

18 Jul 2026 8:01 a.m. · Source: Office of Minnesota Governor

Governor Walz extended a peacetime emergency for Minnesota wildfires, ceremonially signed a new law allowing alcohol in senior facilities, and announced the state's top-five ranking for business by CNBC.

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