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News and Announcements:
- ***CHANGE TO Coffee with the Commissioner (CWC) meetings***
CWC meetings will now be held on the first Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM. Meetings will resume beginning with Labor representatives on October 7, 2026 and Management representatives on November 4, 2026. The meetings will continue to be in a hybrid setting with both in-person and virtual options.
To receive the online meeting invite, click HERE to sign up for the Labor meetings or click HERE to sign up for the Management meetings. (9/11/2026)
- Now Accepting BMS Arbitrator Roster Applications! The BMS Arbitrator Roster Application Acceptance Period is now open. CLICK HERE to Apply! Applications will be accepted August 3 through September 30, 2026. See the Notice of Acceptance of Applications for more information.
- Scheduled Website Maintenance begins June 27, 2026. Arbitration and Representation decisions may be delayed for posting for up to eight (8) weeks. Contact the Bureau with any questions. (6/24/2026)
- Draft Rules have been updated and are posted here in Revisor's format. Subscribe here for future updates. (4/9/2026)
Labor-Management Cooperation
Assisting labor and management in establishing and operating joint labor-management partnerships at the worksite.
Representation
BMS establishes groupings or units of employees which are appropriate for the purpose of collective bargaining.
Training
The Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services offers technical support training in a variety of areas.
