This bill introduces significant changes to labor and industry regulations in Minnesota, particularly concerning earned sick and safe time provisions. It expands the definition of "employer" to include those with ten or more employees and modifies the accrual and usage of earned sick and safe time, allowing employees to accrue one hour for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum of 48 hours per year unless otherwise agreed upon. The bill also permits the carryover of unused sick and safe time into the following year, capped at 80 hours unless a higher amount is mutually agreed upon. Additionally, it establishes new employer requirements for notice and documentation, prohibits employers from requiring employees to find replacement workers when using sick time, and ensures that employees are not penalized for delayed documentation.

Moreover, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, specifically section 326B.33, subdivision 21, to clarify exemptions from licensing requirements for maintenance electricians and related personnel, stating that they do not need a license for maintenance and repair of electrical equipment owned or leased by their employer, provided they are supervised by a licensed electrician or engineer. It also outlines exemptions for employees of licensed electrical contractors and certain technology circuits. The bill further modifies section 326B.36, subdivision 7, to exempt specific installations and equipment owned by utilities from inspections when used exclusively for utility functions. Overall, these amendments aim to streamline licensing and inspection processes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 177.24, 177.27, 326B.0981, 326B.31, 326B.33, 326B.36, 177.28
1st Engrossment: 177.27, 181.9445, 181.9446, 181.9447, 181.9448, 326B.0981, 326B.31, 326B.33, 326B.36