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SF2989 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Radon detection or mitigation firms licensure provisions modifications

Related bill: HF2463

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify existing regulations concerning the licensing of firms and individuals involved in radon detection and mitigation in Minnesota to ensure improved health standards regarding indoor air quality.

Main Provisions

  • Rulemaking Authority: The bill mandates the commissioner of health to establish rules pertaining to the licensing requirements and work standards for companies and individuals involved in radon detection and mitigation in various buildings, excluding new homes. This ensures that these rules are comprehensive and standardized across the state.
  • Licensure Requirement: It requires that any person, firm, or corporation providing services for radon detection, laboratory analysis, or mitigation for compensation must obtain an annual license starting from January 1, 2019. This stipulation seeks to certify and monitor those offering radon-related services to ensure they meet certain standards.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill does not introduce new changes to the existing statute but reinforces and clarifies the ongoing requirements for annual licensing and the establishment of rules by the health commissioner, as previously effective from January 1, 2019.

Relevant Terms

  • Radon detection
  • Mitigation
  • Licensure requirements
  • Indoor air quality
  • Commissioner of health
  • Rulemaking

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHealth and Human Services

Citations

 
[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill modifies rulemaking provisions related to radon detection and mitigation under section 144.4961, subdivision 3.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies that the commissioner's rules shall be effective beginning January 1, 2019."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "144.4961",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 3"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill modifies the licensure requirements for radon detection and mitigation services under section 144.4961, subdivision 5.",
      "modified": [
        "Specifies that licenses are required annually for radon services starting January 1, 2019."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "144.4961",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill references standards related to newly constructed Minnesota homes in relation to radon provisions.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "326B.106",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 6"
  }
]

Sponsors