This bill establishes new requirements for health and welfare benefits for employees at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, which is managed by the Metropolitan Airports Commission. It introduces a new section in Minnesota Statutes, specifically section 473.6125, that defines key terms such as "Airport," "Employee," "Employer," and "Health and welfare benefits rate." The bill mandates that employers provide an hourly supplement of $4.98 to employees who enroll in an employer-sponsored benefit plan, applicable only to the first 40 hours worked each week and any paid leave taken within that limit.

Additionally, the bill outlines enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance. The executive director of the Metropolitan Airports Commission is tasked with enforcing these provisions and has the authority to investigate potential violations. If an employer is found to be in violation, they may face penalties ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 per violation, with considerations for the employer's size, good faith, and history of compliance taken into account. The executive director's orders regarding penalties are final and not subject to review.