Minneapolis Mayor Frey Vetoes Labor Standards Board

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed the City Council's proposal to establish a Labor Standards Board, expressing concerns over the lack of balance between business and labor interests. The 15-member board was intended to advise on workplace regulations regarding wages and conditions, but Frey criticized its composition, arguing that business representation was minimal, making collaboration with labor ineffective. The council passed the proposal with a 9-3 vote, which could potentially override the veto. Frey advocates for a more balanced approach, suggesting equal representation of business and labor interests and a supermajority requirement for recommendations. Business leaders have expressed fears that the board could impose costly regulations, while supporters argue it would empower workers in policymaking. The outcome of the council's potential override vote remains to be seen as tensions escalate between business advocates and labor supporters.