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MN SF42
MN SF42Public health emergency definition; public health peacetime emergency declaration gubernatorial authority clarification; peacetime emergency legislative adjournment prohibition; orders and rules termination process establishment and forms prescription; vote and quorum requirements modification
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Introduced
06/17/2021
06/17/2021
In Committee
06/17/2021
06/17/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/07/2021
07/07/2021
Introduced Session
92nd Legislature 2021 1st Special Session
Bill Summary
Public health emergency definition; public health peacetime emergency declaration gubernatorial authority clarification; peacetime emergency legislative adjournment prohibition; orders and rules termination process establishment and forms prescription; vote and quorum requirements modification
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the governor's authority to declare a public health peacetime emergency, prohibits the legislature from adjourning during such an emergency, establishes a process for terminating the governor's emergency orders and rules, and modifies voting and quorum requirements. Specifically, it defines "public health emergency," requires the governor to immediately notify and report to legislators during long-term emergencies, and allows the legislature to terminate the governor's orders and rules with a majority vote. The bill aims to provide more legislative oversight and checks on the governor's emergency powers.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules and Administration (on 06/17/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0042&ssn=1&y=2021 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF42&version=0&session=ls92&session_year=2021&session_number=1&format=pdf |
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