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Minn. Stat. § 424B.12 — MN Code / Part 419_425 / Chapter 424B / Section 424B.12
§ 424B.12 MIXED CONSOLIDATING RELIEF ASSOCIATIONS; BENEFIT PLAN; FUNDING.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Applicability. This section applies where one or more of the volunteer firefighters relief associations involved in the consolidation are defined benefit relief associations as defined in section 424A.001, subdivision 1b , and one or more of the volunteer firefighters relief associations involved in the consolidation are defined contribution relief associations as defined in section 424A.001, subdivision 1c .

§ Subd. 2. Benefit plan. The articles of incorporation or bylaws of the successor relief association must specify whether the relief association is a defined benefit relief association or whether the relief association is a defined contribution relief association. If the successor relief association is a defined benefit relief association, the relief association benefits must comply with sections 424A.02 and 424B.10 . If the successor relief association is a defined contribution relief association, the relief association must comply with sections 424A.016 and 424B.11 , subdivision 2.

§ Subd. 3. Funding. If the successor relief association is a defined benefit relief association, the relief association funding is governed by section 424B.10 , subdivision 2. If the successor relief association is a defined contribution relief association, the relief association funding is governed by section 424B.11 , subdivision 3.
Minn. Stat. § 260.831 — MN Code / Part 245_267 / Chapter 260 / Section 260.831
§ 260.831 UNDISTRIBUTED FUNDS.
Status: in_force

Undistributed funds must be reallocated by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to any other grant categories established under section 260.785, subdivision 1 or 2, for the goals of this grant process. Undistributed funds are available until expended.
Minn. Stat. § 379.02 — MN Code / Part 370_403 / Chapter 379 / Section 379.02
§ 379.02 TOWNS, CHANGE OF BOUNDARIES AND NAMES.
Status: in_force

The county board may alter the boundaries of towns, or partition any town among other towns within the county by attaching a part of one town to another, or by dividing one town and attaching the parts to other towns, or by forming a new town from the territory of one or more towns, or from territory not before included in a town, whenever it is made to appear necessary or expedient, by a petition for that purpose signed by not less than 20 legal voters residing within the territory to be affected. The county board may, upon notice as provided in section 379.03 , alter the boundaries or change the name of any town within the county by attaching thereto unorganized territory abutting thereon within the county, after a petition for that purpose, signed by not less than 20 legal voters residing within the unorganized territory proposed to be attached, is approved by the town board of the town to which the territory is proposed to be attached. No town shall be so formed, having less than 36 square miles, nor have its boundaries so changed as to reduce its territory below that area, unless after such division it shall have at least 25 qualified voters therein, and real estate valued at the last preceding assessment at $30,000 or more; and no town shall be divided or have any part detached therefrom so as to make its area less than 36 square miles, except upon the petition of at least two-thirds of the legal voters residing in one or both subdivisions or parts. The county auditor must notify the state demographer of any boundary or name changes. The county shall prepare an estimate of the population and the number of households in the attached or detached area. The estimate must be certified by the state demographer. The estimate must estimate the population as of the effective date of the county board's resolution and must be so dated.
Minn. Stat. § 181.954 — MN Code / Part 175_187 / Chapter 181 / Section 181.954
§ 181.954 PRIVACY, CONFIDENTIALITY, AND PRIVILEGE SAFEGUARDS.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Privacy limitations. A laboratory may only disclose to the employer test result data regarding the presence or absence of drugs, cannabis, alcohol, or their metabolites in a sample tested.

§ Subd. 2. Confidentiality limitations. Test result reports and other information acquired in the drug or alcohol testing or cannabis testing process are, with respect to private sector employees and job applicants, private and confidential information, and, with respect to public sector employees and job applicants, private data on individuals as that phrase is defined in chapter 13, and may not be disclosed by an employer or laboratory to another employer or to a third-party individual, governmental agency, or private organization without the written consent of the employee or job applicant tested.

§ Subd. 3. Exceptions to privacy and confidentiality disclosure limitations. Notwithstanding subdivisions 1 and 2, evidence of a positive test result on a confirmatory test may be: (1) used in an arbitration proceeding pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement, an administrative hearing under chapter 43A or other applicable state or local law, or a judicial proceeding, provided that information is relevant to the hearing or proceeding; (2) disclosed to any federal agency or other unit of the United States government as required under federal law, regulation, or order, or in accordance with compliance requirements of a federal government contract; and (3) disclosed to a substance abuse treatment facility for the purpose of evaluation or treatment of the employee.

§ Subd. 4. Privilege. Positive test results from an employer drug or alcohol testing or cannabis testing program may not be used as evidence in a criminal action against the employee or job applicant tested.
Minn. Stat. § 82B.21 — MN Code / Part 82_83 / Chapter 82B / Section 82B.21
§ 82B.21 CLASSIFICATION OF SERVICES.
Status: in_force

A client or employer may retain or employ a licensed real estate appraiser to act as a disinterested third party in giving an unbiased estimate of value or analysis; to provide a market analysis to facilitate the client's or employer's objectives. The appraisal and the appraisal report must comply with the provisions of this chapter and the uniform standards of professional appraisal practice.
Minn. Stat. § 284.08 — MN Code / Part 272_289 / Chapter 284 / Section 284.08
§ 284.08 ACTIONS TO TRY TITLE; VENUE; LIS PENDENS; SERVICE.
Status: in_force

Any person claiming adversely to the state, or its successor in interest, any right, title, or interest in or lien upon any land claimed to have been forfeited to the state for taxes may maintain an action against the state, or its successor in interest, for the purpose of determining the title to such land and the adverse claims and the rights of the parties, respectively, therein. Such action shall be brought in the district court of the county in which the land lies. The complaint shall be filed in the office of the court administrator before the commencement of the action. A notice of the pendency of the action, describing the land, shall be recorded in the office of the county recorder of the county, or, in the case of registered land, in the office of the registrar of titles, and the action shall not be deemed to be commenced unless, in addition to other requirements, such notice is so filed. In the case of such lands held by the state in trust for its taxing districts and agencies, the summons, together with a copy of the complaint, shall be served upon the county auditor, also upon the county attorney, who shall defend the action. In the case of such lands otherwise held by the state the summons, together with a copy of the complaint, shall be served upon the attorney general, who shall defend the action.
Minn. Stat. § 426.12 — MN Code / Part 426_435 / Chapter 426 / Section 426.12
§ 426.12 STATEMENTS TO CITY COMPTROLLER; CONTRACTS.
Status: in_force

It shall be the duty of every board or department, on the first day of each calendar month and at such other times as the city comptroller, in writing, may demand, including such further information as the city comptroller may demand, to furnish the city comptroller with an accurate and complete statement, properly attested by the proper officer, of all its acts, including all the names, addresses, kind of labor, and compensation to be paid to each of its employees and duration thereof, and when any board or department expends, or is about to expend, money for the purchase of any lands, goods, materials, labor, supplies, or anything of value, and enters into a written contract therefor, the board or department shall immediately furnish the city comptroller with a certified duplicate copy thereof; and no contract shall be valid unless countersigned by the city comptroller.
Minn. Stat. § 86B.109 — MN Code / Part 85_87A / Chapter 86B / Section 86B.109
§ 86B.109 ABANDONED WATERCRAFT.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Tagging authority; notice to owner. (a) A peace officer or an employee designated by the commissioner under section 84.0835 may place a tag on a watercraft unlawfully located on public accesses, public lands, and waters of this state or unlawfully located on property adjacent to waters of this state. A watercraft is unlawfully located if the watercraft appears to be: (1) inoperative and neglected, wrecked, stranded, or substantially dismantled; (2) in immediate danger of sinking; or (3) unmoored and unattended. (b) A peace officer or employee who places a tag on a watercraft under this subdivision must notify the commissioner of placing the tag within 48 hours. The notification must include a statement of the basis for the decision to place a tag on the watercraft. (c) Upon receiving notification under paragraph (b), the commissioner must send a notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the registered owner of the watercraft. The notice must state that: (1) the watercraft has been tagged and the condition that resulted in the watercraft being tagged must be remedied immediately; and (2) failure to remedy within 14 days of the notice being sent is a criminal violation that may result in civil and criminal penalties and forfeiture of the watercraft.

§ Subd. 2. Failure to remedy. The registered owner of a watercraft who knowingly fails to remedy the condition that resulted in the watercraft being tagged within 14 days of the commissioner sending the notice required by subdivision 1, paragraph (c), is guilty of a misdemeanor. In addition, the owner is liable to the Department of Natural Resources for all costs incurred by the commissioner in enforcing this section against the owner.

§ Subd. 3. Seizure of abandoned watercraft. Fourteen days after the commissioner sends the notice required by subdivision 1, paragraph (c), to the registered owner or concludes that there is no registered owner, the commissioner must investigate the watercraft. If, upon inspection, the watercraft has not been removed and the condition that prompted the peace officer or employee to tag it has not been substantially remedied, the watercraft is considered abandoned and the commissioner must seize and forfeit the watercraft according to section 97A.223 .

§ Subd. 4. Relation to other law. An abandoned watercraft that becomes submerged and subject to section 86B.107 must be removed and disposed of in accordance with that section.

§ Subd. 5. Exceptions. This section does not apply to previously sunk watercraft that are of historical significance or currently a destination for scuba divers or commercial tourism and that do not pose an ongoing environmental or public safety risk.
Minn. Stat. § 340A.910 — MN Code / Part 324_342 / Chapter 340A / Section 340A.910
§ 340A.910 SEVERABILITY.
Status: in_force

In the event that a court of competent jurisdiction holds that any section of this chapter is unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of this chapter that can be given effect without the invalid provisions or application, and to this end the provisions of this chapter are severable.
Minn. Stat. § 169.342 — MN Code / Part 160_174A / Chapter 169 / Section 169.342
§ 169.342 GOOD SAMARITAN; EXCEPTION TO STOPPING AND PARKING.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who stops or parks that person's motor vehicle on any highway or street for the sole purpose of aiding another motorist who signals for assistance by raising the hood of the vehicle or displaying a flag, flare or similar signal is not in violation of any law, ordinance, or rule prohibiting the stopping or parking of a motor vehicle, and no peace officer shall issue a traffic ticket therefor if:

(1) the motorist in distress is not already being given aid or assistance;

(2) the person takes reasonable safety precautions in stopping and parking the vehicle, and conforms with other laws regulating the stopping and parking of vehicles;

(3) the person is not in violation of traffic laws or rules other than the prohibition against stopping and parking; and

(4) the person promptly leaves the scene if directed to leave by a peace officer.

(b) This section does not apply to any person who stops or parks a vehicle next to an unattended vehicle.
Minn. Stat. § 116J.69 — MN Code / Part 116J_116O / Chapter 116J / Section 116J.69
§ 116J.69 UNIFORM BUSINESS LICENSING POLICY.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Finding. The legislature finds that a uniform policy on business licenses is necessary to maintain an adequate level of protection of the public welfare while preventing business licensing from becoming overly burdensome for the citizens and businesses of Minnesota.

§ Subd. 2. Policy. It is the policy of the state of Minnesota that to the extent practicable, when required, a business license: (1) should be necessary to protect the safety, health or welfare of the citizens of the state or to ensure fair competition, competency in business, responsible financial practices, or other ethical business conduct; (2) should not duplicate or significantly overlap any other business license; (3) should be issued and renewed for the longest period possible consistent with the need to review eligibility and compliance with the terms and conditions of the license; (4) should contain a termination or renewal date determined by the agency to be as convenient as possible for the license holder consistent with clause (3). When an agency issues more than one license to the same business these licenses should have the same calendar renewal date; and (5) should involve payment of a fee in an amount no greater than specified by statute. If a fee is authorized by statute and set by rule, the fee shall be no greater than necessary to recover the administrative cost of issuing or renewing the license or enforcing its terms and conditions. The fees and conditions may be different for different classes of businesses and for initial issuance and subsequent renewals.
Minn. Stat. § 424B.08 — MN Code / Part 419_425 / Chapter 424B / Section 424B.08
§ 424B.08 TERMINATION OF PRIOR RELIEF ASSOCIATIONS.
Status: in_force

Following the transfer of administration, records, special fund assets, and special fund liabilities from the prior relief associations to the subsequent firefighters relief association, the prior firefighters relief associations cease to exist as legal entities for any purpose. The subsequent relief association secretary shall notify the following governmental officials of the termination of the respective firefighters relief associations and of the establishment of the subsequent firefighters relief association:

(1) Minnesota secretary of state;

(2) Minnesota state auditor;

(3) Minnesota commissioner of revenue; and

(4) commissioner of the federal Internal Revenue Service.
Minn. Stat. § 168.1255 — MN Code / Part 160_174A / Chapter 168 / Section 168.1255
§ 168.1255 "PROUD TO BE A VETERAN" PLATE.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. General requirements and procedures. The commissioner shall issue special veteran contribution plates or a single motorcycle plate to an applicant who: (1) is a veteran, as defined in section 197.447 ; (2) is a registered owner of a passenger automobile as defined in section 168.002 , subdivision 24, recreational vehicle as defined in section 168.002, subdivision 27 , one-ton pickup truck as defined in section 168.002, subdivision 21b , or motorcycle as defined in section 168.002, subdivision 19 ; (3) pays a fee in the amount specified for special plates under section 168.12, subdivision 5 ; (4) pays the registration tax required under section 168.013 ; (5) pays the fees required under this chapter; (6) pays an additional onetime World War II memorial contribution of $30, which the department shall retain until all start-up costs associated with the development and issuing of the plates have been recovered, after which the commissioner shall deposit contributions in the World War II donation match account; and (7) complies with this chapter and rules governing the registration of motor vehicles and licensing of drivers.

§ Subd. 1a. Motorcycle plate. A motorcycle plate issued under this section must be the same size as a regular motorcycle plate.

§ Subd. 2. Design. The commissioner of veterans affairs shall design an emblem for the special plates, subject to the approval of the commissioner of public safety, that satisfies the requirements in this subdivision: (1) the special veteran contribution plates must bear the inscription "PROUD TO BE A VETERAN" on the bottom of the plate; and (2) the flag of the United States of America must appear on the left side of the plate just preceding the first letter or numeral of the special plate number.

§ Subd. 3. Plate transfers. Despite section 168.12, subdivision 1 , on payment of a transfer fee of $5, plates issued under this section may be transferred to another passenger automobile registered to the individual to whom the veteran contribution plates were issued, or a single motorcycle plate may be transferred to another motorcycle registered to the individual to whom the plate was issued.

§ Subd. 4. Fees credited. Fees collected under this section do not include the contributions collected for the World War II memorial donation match account.

§ Subd. 5. Record. The commissioner shall maintain a record of the number of special plates issued under this section.

§ Subd. 6. World War II memorial donation match account. Money remaining in the World War II memorial donation match account after the state share of the construction costs of the World War II memorial has been paid in full is appropriated to the commissioner of veterans affairs for services and programs for veterans and their families.
Minn. Stat. § 125A.02 — MN Code / Part 120_129C / Chapter 125A / Section 125A.02
§ 125A.02 CHILD WITH A DISABILITY DEFINED.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Child with a disability. "Child with a disability" means a child identified under federal and state special education law as deaf or hard-of-hearing, blind or visually impaired, deafblind, or having a speech or language impairment, a physical impairment, other health disability, developmental cognitive disability, an emotional or behavioral disorder, specific learning disability, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, or severe multiple impairments, and who needs special education and related services, as determined by the rules of the commissioner of children, youth, and families for children from birth through age two and by the rules of the commissioner of education for all other children. A licensed physician, an advanced practice registered nurse, a physician assistant, or a licensed psychologist is qualified to make a diagnosis and determination of attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder for purposes of identifying a child with a disability.

§ Subd. 1a. Children birth through age six experiencing developmental delays. In addition to subdivision 1, every child under age three and, at local district discretion, every child from age three through age six who needs special instruction and services, as determined by the rules of the commissioner of children, youth, and families for children under age three and by the rules of the commissioner of education for children ages three through six, because the child has a substantial delay or a diagnosed physical or mental condition or disorder with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay is a child with a disability.

§ Subd. 2. Not a child with a disability. A child with a short-term or temporary physical or emotional illness or disability, as determined by the rules of the commissioner of children, youth, and families for children from birth through age two and by the rules of the commissioner of education for all other children, is not a child with a disability.
Minn. Stat. § 85.535 — MN Code / Part 85_87A / Chapter 85 / Section 85.535
§ 85.535 PARKS AND TRAILS GRANT PROGRAM.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Establishment. The commissioner of natural resources shall administer a program to provide grants from the parks and trails fund to support parks and trails of regional or statewide significance. Grants shall not be made under this section for state parks, state recreational areas, or state trails.

§ Subd. 2. Priorities. In awarding trails grants under this section, the commissioner shall give priority to trail projects that provide: (1) connectivity; (2) enhanced opportunities for commuters; and (3) enhanced safety.

§ Subd. 3. Grant amount. A grant amount is not subject to a maximum grant award limitation. Additional consideration shall be given to applicants who provide a nonstate cash match.

§ Subd. 4. Rule exemption. The commissioner is not subject to the rulemaking provisions of chapter 14 in implementing this section, and section 14.386 does not apply.
Minn. Stat. § 97C.051 — MN Code / Part 97_102 / Chapter 97C / Section 97C.051
§ 97C.051 SPECIAL PERMITS TO USE PISCICIDES.
Status: in_force

§ Subdivision 1. Permit. (a) The commissioner may issue a special permit, without a fee, to apply piscicides to restore waters at the permittee's expense. The commissioner may by rule prescribe insurance requirements for permit applicants. (b) A permit under this section may be issued to an individual, a group of riparian owners, or a lake improvement association. The permit may only be issued if all riparian owners have consented in writing.

§ Subd. 2. Taking fish. The commissioner may set special open seasons, limits, and methods to take fish before the piscicides are applied. The commissioner must post the special provisions at or near the waters.
Minn. Stat. § 518E.308 — MN Code / Part 517_519A / Chapter 518E / Section 518E.308
§ 518E.308 NATURE OF AUTHORITY CREATED BY CUSTODY ORDER.
Status: in_force

(a) A grant of authority under sections 518E.301 to 518E.311 terminates under sections 518E.401 to 518E.404 after the return from deployment of the deploying parent, unless the grant has been terminated before that time by court order. The grant does not create an independent, continuing right to caretaking authority, decision-making authority, or limited contact in an individual to whom it is granted.

(b) A nonparent granted caretaking authority, decision-making authority, or limited contact under sections 518E.301 to 518E.311 has standing to enforce the grant until it is terminated by court order or under sections 518E.401 to 518E.404 .
Minn. Stat. § 325F.40 — MN Code / Part 324_342 / Chapter 325F / Section 325F.40
§ 325F.40 VIOLATIONS; PENALTIES.
Status: in_force

Any person, company, or corporation violating any of the provisions of sections 325F.35 to 325F.39 is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Minn. Stat. § 549.01 — MN Code / Part 540_552 / Chapter 549 / Section 549.01
§ 549.01 AGREEMENT AS TO FEES OF ATTORNEY.
Status: in_force

A party shall have an unrestricted right to agree with an attorney as to compensation for services, and the measure and mode thereof; but certain sums may be allowed to the prevailing party for expenses in an action, which are termed costs.