From the Desk of Jill Sims: This week, the legislature had a shortened week due to Passover. With less than 30 days to go, work on conference committees for omnibus bills has begun. The legislature must adjourn no later than May 20, so negotiations will heat up quickly. However, recent news regarding the arrest of Senator Nicole Mitchell (Woodbury) has thrown the legislature off balance for the week, canceling committees and floor sessions with bills. We’re watching closely for what happens next.

Read on to hear more about the Minneapolis Labor Standards Board Proposal listening session, the hearing on closing the lodging tax loophole, an update on paid family medical leave legislation, an amendment on houseboats gray water, Roseville’s Green2Go ordinance and DOL’s overtime rule.

Read the full update here.