Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to improve worker safety by focusing on mental health in the construction industry. It addresses the need for mental health initiatives, including preventing suicide among construction workers.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 to the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
• Funds are designated specifically for initiatives that promote mental health within the construction sector. This includes outreach, education, and resource development aimed at reducing mental health stigma.
• The money can also be used to develop workplace strategies for mental health support and provide grants to industry groups for related activities.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a formal appropriation from the Minnesota general fund for mental health initiatives in the construction industry for the first time.
• By these actions, it emphasizes mental health and suicide prevention as integral parts of worker safety regulations.

Relevant Terms

• Construction industry
• Mental health
• Worker safety
• Suicide prevention
• Stigma reduction
• Outreach and education
• Fiscal appropriation