SF 987 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Adoption of rules authorization to increase accessibility for examination rooms

This bill authorizes the commissioner to adopt rules improving accessibility in examination rooms at health care and dental facilities for people with disabilities. It requires the commissioner to use an expedited rulemaking process and consult with the Council on Disability to determine specific requirements. The rules will apply to all health care and dental facilities in Minnesota, ensuring exam rooms meet accessibility standards for people with disabilities. The bill does not specify exact requirements but establishes a process for developing them.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 6, 2025 Last action Feb 6, 2025
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Feb 6, 2025
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