Employers prohibition from requiring implantation of a microchip

This Minnesota bill prohibits employers from requesting, requiring, or coercing employees to have microchips implanted in their bodies for any reason. It applies to all employers in the state, including government entities, and defines a microchip as a subcutaneous device containing a unique identification number or personal information that can be scanned externally, while excluding medical implants used for health diagnosis or treatment. Employees who believe they have been forced into such implantation can file a civil lawsuit seeking injunctive relief, actual and punitive damages, and attorney fees. The legislation clarifies that temporary adhesive devices like bracelets do not count as microchips under this law.