Minnesota SF2149 modifies labor and industry technical provisions, including earned sick and safe time.

Minnesota SF2149 amends labor and industry statutes to modify earned sick and safe time provisions. It prohibits employers from hiring new employees with disabilities at wages below the highest applicable minimum wage, regardless of holding a special certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor. The bill also updates requirements for Internet continuing education courses, including approval processes and course content standards. Additionally, it revises licensing exemptions for certain electrical work and equipment, affecting various utility and contractor operations.

Minnesota SF2149 modifies labor and industry technical provisions, including earned sick and safe time.

Minnesota SF2149 amends labor and industry statutes to modify earned sick and safe time provisions. It prohibits employers from hiring new employees with disabilities at wages below the highest applicable minimum wage, regardless of holding a special certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor. The bill also updates requirements for Internet continuing education courses, including approval processes and course content standards. Additionally, it revises licensing exemptions for certain electrical work and equipment, affecting various utility and contractor operations.