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Mission & History
Since our founding in 2013, the GMNP has served as a relentless advocate for economic development policies and resources that benefit Greater Minnesota.
ADVOCACY
We focus on the issues that matter to Greater Minnesota communities, including economic and workforce development, housing, child care, broadband, and infrastructure.
Membership
The Greater Minnesota Partnership brings together almost 100 businesses, economic development organizations, local governments, chambers of commerce, higher education institutions, and nonprofits committed to promoting economic growth and stimulating prosperity.
Join us in speaking up for Greater Minnesota
The GMNP has played a vital role in the passage of key legislation for Greater Minnesota, securing hundreds of millions of dollars to support economic development across the state. By becoming a member, you can help the GMNP become an even more effective advocate for Greater Minnesota businesses and communities.
LATEST UPDATES
Paid Leave developments at the Legislature
There has been a fair amount of chatter at the Capitol and in the media revisiting the Paid Leave program that the Legislature enacted during…
MMB releases February forecast
Yesterday, Minnesota Management and Budget released the state’s updated economic forecast. This is a key benchmark for the legislative session and will be the base…
New housing package introduced
On Wednesday, lawmakers held a press conference to unveil a package of housing bills they’re calling “Say Yes to Housing.” These separate but interrelated bills…
DEED announces prequalification process for $652 million in federal broadband funding
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced that the agency’s proposed map of eligible locations to receive high-speed broadband through the federal…