Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has revised the state's return-to-work policy, lowering the remote work distance exemption from 75 miles to 50 miles. This change means employees who live more than 50 miles from their workplace can continue to work remotely. It aims to support the economic vitality of office districts, particularly in areas like downtown St. Paul, which are experiencing increased vacancies. Unions representing about 40,000 state workers criticized the unilateral decision to revoke existing teleworking agreements, despite the state's claim that 60% of workers are already working in-person.
The updated guidance issued Monday reduces the distance exemption from 75 to 50 miles, allowing more employees to continue working remotely.
Governor Walz's office stated that the reduction supports the economic vitality of office districts, amid rising vacancies and retail closures.
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