Jobs for Minnesotans

A coalition of business and labor committed to advancing one common goal: responsible job creation and growth to improve economic opportunity across Minnesota.

[Jobs for Minnesotans @JobsforMN]

Civic engagement and green shirts were on full display last night as the Hermantown community gathered to discuss the proposed Google data center. Thanks to the mayor and councilors for their leadership and to Google for sharing a preview of the project. #YesMN

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Today, the Senate passed H.J. Res. 140, overturning the 20-year mineral withdrawal in MN. The resolution opens 225,000+ acres for exploration and development of critical minerals and unlocks thousands of jobs on the Iron Range. Full statement: https://t.co/SoSzzckQOg

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Per @mndeed, Minnesota's unemployment rate is 4.4%—the highest in 5 years. Minnesota is home to billions of critical minerals and thousands of potential jobs. Business and labor agree—let’s put Minnesota to work. https://t.co/K6gVNpfwGe

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Champions of YesMN!, outfitted in green, came together at City Hall in Hermantown last night to show their support for the Hermantown City Council and Google’s decision to launch a new AUAR community engagement process. We support opportunities like this for conversation.

[City of Hermantown @hermantownmn]

Google has announced its plans for a new data center in Hermantown, marking the beginning of a partnership that could result in significant long-term investment in our region.

Learn more about the announcement below.

https://t.co/JSiuxfpMte

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Predictable operations. Minimal noise. Strong oversight. Data centers are good neighbors for Minnesota. Learn more at https://t.co/S3NxI2QNAG.

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Jobs today welcomed news that Congress is considering legislation to lift the mineral withdrawal in northeast Minnesota. Restoring a clear regulatory process supports jobs, investment, and community growth. Full statement: https://t.co/Lgk0umtHrC

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Jobs for Minnesotans is working across industries and aisles to build a state that attracts and supports economic investment and jobs to enhance the lives of Minnesotans. The YesMN! campaign centers on just that. Hear more about the initiative: https://t.co/fZOOc00zOh

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“Exploration is fundamental to mapping out the characteristics of our mineral deposits and it helps the state of Minnesota better understand its resources.” Jobs supports the Minnesota DNR's approval of @TwinMetalsMN's exploratory mineral drilling plan.

https://t.co/DZZZMYxWET

[Jobs for Minnesotans @JobsforMN]

From schools to hospitals, data centers support the systems our communities rely on every day. They don’t disrupt—they enable. Find out more at https://t.co/S3NxI2QNAG.

[Jobs for Minnesotans @JobsforMN]

New nonpartisan, statewide polling by Jobs shows Minnesotans prioritize affordability & job creation.

✔️72% support business growth
✔️90%+ say rural jobs matter
✔️Strong support for responsible mining & good-paying jobs

https://t.co/KkKpF7OIh4

[Jobs for Minnesotans @JobsforMN]

Union jobs. Real paychecks. Stronger communities. Safe, smart development. Data centers = economic growth for Minnesota.

https://t.co/S3NxI2Rlqe

[Jobs for Minnesotans @JobsforMN]

Minnesota has always been a leader in building strong, safe, and regulated industries that matter. From taconite to technology, we know how to power the future. 🏗️🤝🧱

What industry should we lead next? Respond below.

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Data centers aren’t just AI servers, they’re jobs for your neighbor in a hard hat, your cousin in an apprenticeship, and your community growing stronger.

https://t.co/3OMj1pyzsc

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YesMN! is about saying “yes” to responsible projects, union jobs, and community investment. Read this commentary from Jobs' Board Chair and Executive Director about YesMN! and how it applies across industries, including data centers.

https://t.co/fZOOc001YJ

[Jobs for Minnesotans @JobsforMN]

Minnesota has always built what matters—safely, responsibly, and sustainably. We lead in reliable infrastructure. Data centers are no different. They bring jobs, investment, and support our digital future. Let’s build it together.

https://t.co/telhQ1tPcZ

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"We just need the green light." Read this commentary from Jack Carlson, President of DC 82 and Representative for Local 106, about how data centers represent a big opportunity for Minnesota's trades.

https://t.co/qDfdDH0aWe

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"Our nation’s permitting system is broken. It’s been weaponized for over 50 years to block projects rather than build them." Read this article on how @PeteStauber is advancing permitting reform with bipartisan support.

https://t.co/fzJ8m361vE

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"Now is the time to unleash the golden age of American mining." Read Gabriella Hoffman and Meaghan Mobbs', both from the @IWF Forum, new commentary on the need to utilize domestic resources while adhering to strong environmental safeguards.
https://t.co/ZMym3N8eQP

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“The mining debate doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s connected to workforce readiness, infrastructure, housing, childcare, and rural healthcare.” Read Sen. Grant Hauschild’s new commentary about how balancing the Northland’s priorities is key to progress.
https://t.co/NeQOOvO0vm