Licensee fee reduction for manufacturers and wholesalers of medical gas

Minnesota Senate File 646 reduces license fees for manufacturers and wholesalers of medical gas in Minnesota. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 151.065, changing the fee structure from $5,500 for the first facility plus $500 for each additional facility to a flat $260 fee per facility for both initial licensing and annual renewal. This directly affects businesses that produce or distribute medical gases, such as oxygen or nitrous oxide, requiring them to pay significantly less for their state licenses. The change simplifies the fee system while lowering costs for these businesses. The bill does not alter other license fees or create new regulatory requirements.