This bill establishes new requirements for air transport and contracting related to detained individuals in Minnesota. It introduces a new section in the Minnesota Statutes, specifically section 360.027, which defines key terms such as "detained individual," "airline company," and "fixed base operator." The bill mandates the development of a passenger form to collect essential information about detained individuals, including personal details, medical history, legal circumstances, and emergency contact information. It also outlines the responsibilities of pilots and fixed base operators regarding the maintenance and use of these forms, particularly in emergencies.

Additionally, the bill imposes restrictions on refueling aircraft with detained individuals on board and requires fixed base operators to maintain documentation related to the transport of these individuals. It prohibits entering into agreements with airline companies that transport detained individuals unless specific legal documentation, such as a warrant or court order, is provided. These requirements will not apply to agreements made before October 1, 2026, and the new provisions will take effect on the same date. The bill also amends Minnesota Statutes section 473.608 to include similar contract limitations for agreements involving fixed base operators.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 473.608