Senator Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) is glad to see SF 1 introduced as the first bill of the 2021 Legislative Session, which will give businesses the ability to reopen safely following the submission of a safety preparedness plan. This will give the power back to individuals instead of one man in Saint Paul.

“As the legislature, we should know that one size fits all policymaking does not work for all communities,” Senator Anderson remarked, “If businesses demonstrate they are able to open their doors while considering the safety of customers and staff, why should the government stop them?”

Small businesses are a vital part of Minnesota’s economy and community. These are our friends, family members, and neighbors who are suffering from loss of livelihood regardless of how many precautions they put in place. SF 1 will bring the power back where it belongs, to the people.