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How many H-1B petitions were made by Minnesota employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024?

Employers classified under the Public Administration industry based in Minnesota submitted five H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 14, 2025

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Ilhan Omar's tweets highlight labor discussions and community achievements

Rep. Ilhan Omar, representing Minnesota's 5th district, shared insights from her recent meetings and achievements in April 2025.

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 11, 2025

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Common Cause Minnesota opposes the SAVE Act over voter suppression fears

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

Common Cause Minnesota is urging Senators Tina Smith and Amy Klobuchar to block the SAVE Act following its passage in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes bills in tweets concerning banking, budget, and workers' rights

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

In a series of tweets, Representative Ilhan Omar criticized legislative actions on bank overdraft fees, the Republican Budget, and bills she believes harm workers.

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Ilhan Omar comments on Republican governance and Musk layoffs

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 9, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar criticizes Republican governance and Elon Musk's layoff decision affecting Minnesota's essential services.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar celebrates constituents' achievements and criticizes Pentagon budget management

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar recently commended Paige Bueckers and Amy Cooper for their achievements in sports.

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Advocacy group pushes for stronger ethics laws in Minnesota legislature

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

With ongoing ethical issues confronting the Minnesota legislature, Common Cause Minnesota is advocating for stronger ethics laws to address these challenges and offer clear guidance to lawmakers.

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Minnesota sees 3 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in Minnesota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Ilhan Omar addresses social welfare, governance, and TPS for Cameroonians

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 7, 2025

U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar has recently voiced her concerns regarding governance, social welfare, and the humanitarian situation of Cameroonians in a series of tweets dated April 5-7, 2025.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes Trump policies on economy, environment, and judiciary

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 4, 2025

In a series of tweets, Representative Ilhan Omar addresses key issues, including former President Trump's economic policies, environmental neglect, and the independence of the judiciary.

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EDA awards over $4 million in grants for economic development projects in Minnesota in 2023

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued seven grants totaling $4,865,705 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Minnesota.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes Republican policies and supports Booker’s stance against Trump

By Minnesota State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

On April 1 and 2, 2025, Representative Ilhan Omar shared her thoughts on a Senate filibuster by Senator Booker and critiqued Republican policies concerning education and former President Trump's economic strategies.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Minnesota employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024?

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 31, 2025

In 2024, 19 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry located in Minnesota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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MnDOT advises residents on upcoming aerial mapping in west central Minnesota

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 31, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is set to conduct aerial mapping in west central Minnesota and urges local residents to refrain from interfering with the temporary targets used in the process.

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Ilhan Omar calls for action against Israel's blockade on Gaza

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 30, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar addressed key issues through a series of social media posts on March 29 and 30, 2025.

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Ilhan Omar highlights community women, student arrest, and labor leadership

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 29, 2025

In recent tweets by Ilhan Omar, she discusses the role of women in Minnesota’s 5th District, a student arrest involving ICE, and her leadership on labor protection issues.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar calls for Alien Enemies Act repeal, criticizes Trump on labor issues

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 28, 2025

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar addressed the historical context and modern application of the Alien Enemies Act, criticizing its potential misuse.

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House Representative Ilhan Omar addresses dismantling USAID and other important issues

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 27, 2025

In a series of tweets, Representative Ilhan Omar criticized the dismantling of USAID, highlighted her district work efforts, and criticized priorities in the House under Republican control.

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How many H-1B petitions made by Minnesota employers were approved during 2024?

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 98.6% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Minnesota were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Minnesota group urges lawmakers against Trump’s voter suppression move

By Minnesota State Wire | Mar 26, 2025

In response to President Donald Trump's recent executive order, Common Cause Minnesota is urging state legislators to reaffirm their control over election laws.