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Elevate Hennepin is Hennepin County's initiative to help businesses start and grow.
We remain steadfast in our support of small business owners and entrepreneurs across Hennepin County.
Business owners in Hennepin County are currently navigating complex requirements like Minnesota Paid Leave, I-9 compliance, responding to audits, and disruptive enforcement actions. These situations can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone.
Essential owner rights and information
How to access legal advice and other support
Elevate Hennepin legal and HR advisors are available to answer questions, assist with compliance, and help business owners plan in the face of uncertainty. Other advisors can provide thought partnership and guidance to manage disruptions, communicate with staff and customers, develop new operational strategies, and continue moving forward.
Key actions to be aware of
Small businesses and other places of employment may encounter specific actions to be aware of and prepared for:
- I-9 inspections, also called I-9 audits, are an administrative inspection process conducted by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). During this process, a DHS agent may request specific business records to confirm that the business's employees have appropriate work authorization. More on I-9 Inspections
- Officials from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may come to a business with a warrant to locate or detain specific individuals or search a location. The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) offers a helpful guide for steps that employers can take if immigration officials come to your workplace. NILC Guide for Employers
We will update our resource page with new developments and resources. Visit the page and book mark it to track updates or subscribe to the Elevate Hennepin newsletter for updates in your inbox.
By investing in business owners, Hennepin County is building a foundation to create a more inclusive and thriving economy that strengthens communities.
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