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HF1355 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Brady Aune and Joseph Anderson Safety Act

Related bill: SF1346

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to enhance occupational safety for individuals involved in commercial diving operations, specifically those who use scuba diving equipment while engaging in activities related to aquatic plant management. It introduces new requirements for obtaining permits to ensure that commercial diving practices are safe and reduce risks for workers.

Main Provisions

  • Permit Application Requirements: The bill mandates applicants seeking commercial mechanical control permits to disclose if scuba diving equipment will be used in their operations.
  • Safety Information and Surveys: If scuba diving equipment is to be used, applicants must:
    1. Receive an information sheet detailing safety requirements as per section 182.679, subdivision 7.
    2. Provide proof of a third-party hazard survey conducted within the past year, focusing on the safety of diving activities.
  • Hazard Survey Details: The survey must be performed by a qualified safety professional and should include:
    • A written report evaluating safety practices, equipment, and training.
    • Recommendations to minimize risks of injury or illness to employees engaged in scuba diving.
  • Qualifications for Safety Professionals: The professionals conducting the survey must be:
    • A Department of Labor and Industry safety consultant,
    • A workers' compensation loss-control representative with insurance underwriter approval,
    • A private safety consultant.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Safety Measures for Diving Activities: The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to require specific safety protocols and documentation for commercial diving operations that were not previously mandated. This includes the addition of a new requirement for hazard surveys and detailed safety evaluations, aimed at ensuring worker safety in aquatic environments.

Relevant Terms

  • Occupational Safety
  • Commercial Diving Operations
  • Scuba Diving Equipment
  • Aquatic Plant Management
  • Hazard Survey
  • Qualified Safety Professional

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 06, 2025SenateFloorActionReceived from House
February 23, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toWorkforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
April 06, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 25, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
April 06, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toRules and Administration
March 02, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 09, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 10, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer toEnvironment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
March 16, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 19, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionSecond reading
March 31, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
March 31, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added
April 02, 2025HouseFloorActionAmended
April 02, 2025HouseFloorActionThird reading as amended
April 02, 2025HouseFloorActionBill was passed as amended
April 02, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "New requirement for applicants to inform the commissioner about the use of scuba diving equipment.",
        "Applicants using scuba equipment must provide documentation of a third-party hazard survey."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This bill amends rules for issuing permits related to the harvesting and management of aquatic plants under section 103G.615.",
      "modified": [
        "Extends the potential duration of a general permit for projects more than one growing season."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "103G.615",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  }
]

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