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MN SF1229

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rich Draheim

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Origin

Senate

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • 16- and 17-year-olds would be permitted to work in or around construction or building projects in Minnesota, removing the current prohibition under Minnesota Rules, part 5200.0910, item F

  • Youth workers must satisfactorily complete OSHA 10 safety training before beginning any construction-related employment

  • Commissioner of Labor and Industry is directed to amend rules to implement the change, with authority to use the good cause exemption for expedited rulemaking

  • Employment of individuals under age 16 at construction sites remains prohibited

  • All other existing youth labor laws and federal regulations (29 CFR 570.50-570.68) governing 16- and 17-year-old workers remain in effect

Legislative Description

Paid Youth Trades Employment Opportunity Act

Last Action

Referred to Labor

2/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Labor2/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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