County attorneys authorization to use administrative subpoenas in wage theft investigations

This bill (SF 1909) amends Minnesota law to allow county attorneys to use administrative subpoenas specifically in wage theft investigations. It authorizes county attorneys to subpoena employer records like payroll, banking, and financial documents related to wages, hours, and employment conditions. The bill directly affects employers who may be investigated for wage theft and gives county attorneys a new tool to gather evidence. The change takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies only to ongoing investigations into wage theft violations.