SAINT PAUL, Minn—Rep. Deb Kiel, R-Crookston, was named to the recently established Subcommittee on Workplace Safety & Respect. The subcommittee will deliver recommendations to lawmakers on policy changes after engaging with the public, employment law professionals, and other experts regarding harassment and discrimination.
“The public, lawmakers, and staff rightly expect and deserve a safe and respectful workplace,” said Rep. Kiel. “I look forward to working with folks on this issue, examining commonsense policies we can advance that strengthen our shared commitment to a welcoming and respectful Minnesota House of Representatives.”
The Subcommittee on Workplace Safety & Respect will be chaired by Majority Leader Joyce Peppin, R-Rogers. Additional members include Rep. Kelly Fenton, R-Woodbury, Rep. Tim O’Driscoll, R-Sartell, Minority Leader Melissa Hortman, DFL-Brooklyn Park, Rep. Mike Freiberg, DFL-Golden Valley, and Rep. Jennifer Schultz, DFL-Duluth.