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January 01, 2024 - 3:30pm | By Tom Tucker
(Fargo, ND) -- Several new state laws passed by the legislature are taking effect in Minnesota starting today.
Family members and law enforcement can now petition for an "extreme risk protection order" if someone with a firearm is believed to be in danger to themselves or others.
One of the most debated measures taking effect relates to sick and safe time.
Employers have to allow workers up to 48 hours of paid sick time a year to care for their mental or physical health or care for a family member.
Also, school districts must stock bathrooms with free feminine hygiene products.
Minnesota drivers can now pay an extra fee to purchase specialty license plates featuring designs or logos related to one of the state's professional sports teams.
Churches are now allowed to set up tiny homes on their properties to provide shelter for homeless people.
In the area of food safety, PFAS chemicals, also called "forever chemicals", will no longer be allowed to be used in manufacturing packaging for food and beverages.
