Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan are committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of Minnesotans during the COVID-19 pandemic. They have taken decisive action to curb the spread of COVID-19, support health care providers and facilities, and mitigate the impact on Minnesota families. On this page you will find the latest press releases, statements, and other information on COVID-19.
4/7/2020 10:02:16 AM
[ST. PAUL, MN] – Following an April 5 letter from Governor Tim Walz, President Donald Trump today declared a major disaster in the State of Minnesota and ordered federal assistance to help mitigate the pandemic’s impact on public health, state resources, unemployment, and community infrastructure such as health care facilities.
“It’s going to take all of us to come together to fight COVID-19,” said Governor Walz. “We’re working closely with our partners at both the local and federal levels to ensure we protect Minnesotans’ health and wellbeing during this pandemic.”
On March 13, 2020, Governor Walz declared a peacetime emergency in Minnesota, and the President declared a nationwide emergency due to COVID-19. On March 20, Governor Walz signed a COVID-19 agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), permitting FEMA to provide Minnesota with federal emergency relief funds. This approval will unlock Individual Assistance programs for Minnesota.
This will provide authorization for funding to support crisis counseling, supplemental nutrition programs, medical assistance, funeral assistance, legal services, and statewide hazard mitigation.
