Chapter 326 — Minnesota Electrical Act

326.01 Definitions Defines key terms used in the laws about licensed architects, engineers, surveyors, and related professions. 326.02 Licensure or Certification Requires anyone practicing architecture, engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, or geoscience in Minnesota … 326.03 License or Certificate Required Requires a license to prepare professional plans, specifications, and reports in architecture, engineering, and related … 326.031 Specifications for Public Facilities, Use of Brand Names Requires disclosure of brand-name items in specifications for public construction projects. 326.04 Board Established Creates the Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design … 326.05 Qualifications of Board Members Sets qualifications for board members, including state residency and professional experience requirements. 326.06 General Powers and Duties of Board Gives the board power to adopt rules, set qualification standards, and issue licenses for regulated professions. 326.07 Board, Meetings, Officers, Quorum Sets rules for board meetings, officers, and quorum requirements. 326.08 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.09 Records of Board Requires the board to keep records of all applicants and publish an annual roster of licensed professionals. 326.10 Licensure and Certification Describes how the board issues licenses and certificates for architects, engineers, surveyors, and related professions. 326.105 Fees Sets license and renewal fees at $120 per two-year period for architects, engineers, surveyors, and related professions. 326.106 Definitions Defines terms used in the continuing education requirements for licensed design and engineering professionals. 326.107 Continuing Education Requires licensed architects, engineers, surveyors, and related professionals to complete continuing education hours … 326.11 License and Certificate Regulation Gives the board power to revoke or suspend licenses for fraud, negligence, incompetence, or misconduct. 326.111 Unauthorized Practice; Disciplinary Action Allows the board to investigate and take action against unauthorized practice of architecture, engineering, and related … 326.12 License or Certificate as Evidence; Seal States that a license serves as legal proof of qualification and requires licensed professionals to use a seal. 326.13 Practice Exempt Lists exemptions from licensing for non-residents, government employees, and certain other situations. 326.14 Corporations and Partnerships Authorized Allows corporations and partnerships to practice architecture, engineering, and related professions if a licensed person … 326.15 False Impersonation Makes it illegal to use another person's license or seal, give false information to the board, or impersonate a … 326.16 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.165 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.1655 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.17 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.18 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.19 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.191 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.192 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.197 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.20 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.201 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.21 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.211 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.212 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.22 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.223 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.224 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.225 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.228 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.229 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.23 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.231 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.24 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.241 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.2411 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.2415 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.2415 is now found in section … 326.242 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.2421 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.243 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.243 is now found in section … 326.244 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.2441 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.245 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.245 is now found in section … 326.246 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.2461 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.247 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.248 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.248 is now found in section … 326.25 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.26 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.261 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.27 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.28 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.29 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.30 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.30 is now found in section … 326.31 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.32 Definitions Defines key terms used in the private detective and protective agent licensing laws. 326.33 Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services Creates the Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services under the Department of Public Safety. 326.331 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.3311 Powers and Duties Lists the powers and duties of the private detective and protective agent licensing board. 326.332 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.3321 Employees Provides for an executive director and staff for the private detective and protective agent board. 326.333 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.3331 Rulemaking Requires the board to adopt rules for training, conduct, discipline, and licensing of private detectives and protective … 326.334 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.3341 Exemptions Lists exemptions from private detective and protective agent licensing requirements. 326.335 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.336 Employees of License Holders Requires background checks and identification cards for employees of licensed private detectives and protective agents. 326.3361 Training Requires the board to set training standards for private detectives and protective agents, including firearms training. 326.337 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.338 Persons Engaged as Private Detectives or Protective Agents Defines what activities make a person a private detective or protective agent under Minnesota law. 326.3381 Licenses Prohibits working as a private detective or protective agent without a license and sets licensing rules. 326.3382 Application for License Describes the application process for a private detective or protective agent license. 326.3383 License Reissuance Allows license reissuance for private detectives and protective agents who meet renewal requirements. 326.3384 Prohibited Acts Prohibits private detectives and protective agents from impersonating law enforcement officers. 326.3385 Conditions of Licensing Sets conditions for private detective and protective agent licenses, including address change notification. 326.3386 Fees Sets application, license, and renewal fees for private detective and protective agent licenses. 326.3387 Disciplinary Action Allows the board to revoke, suspend, or refuse to issue private detective and protective agent licenses. 326.3388 Administrative Penalties Establishes a schedule of fines for violations of private detective and protective agent licensing laws. 326.3389 Licenses Nontransferable States that private detective and protective agent licenses cannot be transferred to another person. 326.339 Violations; Penalty Makes any violation of the private detective and protective agent licensing laws a gross misdemeanor. 326.34 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.35 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.36 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.37 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.3705 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.371 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.371 is now found in section … 326.372 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.38 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.38 is now found in section … 326.39 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.39 is now found in section … 326.40 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.401 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.401 is now found in section … 326.402 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.402 is now found in section … 326.405 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.405 is now found in section … 326.41 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.42 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.42 is now found in section … 326.43 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.44 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.45 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.46 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.46 is now found in section … 326.461 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.47 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.471 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.48 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.49 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.50 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.50 is now found in section … 326.505 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.505 is now found in section … 326.51 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.52 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.521 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.523 License Provisions; Distribution; Cancellation Requires motion picture distributors to include all films in a license and allow exhibitors to cancel 20% of films. 326.524 Licenses May Not Contain Certain Restrictions Prohibits movie distributors from requiring theaters to also license short films, newsreels, or other extras. 326.525 Licenses, When Void Declares void any film license provision that violates the motion picture licensing rules. 326.526 Application of Sections 326.523 to 326.526 Exempts schools, churches, and educational organizations from motion picture film licensing restrictions. 326.53 Violations; Penalty Provisions Sets criminal penalties for violations of regulated occupations laws, including fines up to $3,000. 326.54 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.541 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.542 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.543 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.544 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.545 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.546 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.547 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.55 Nonpayment of License Fees Protects people in essential wartime employment from losing their licenses for nonpayment of fees. 326.56 Licenses, Certificates of Registration; Renewals Provides license renewal protections for people in active military service. 326.57 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.57 is now found in section … 326.58 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.58 is now found in section … 326.59 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.59 is now found in section … 326.60 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.60 is now found in section … 326.601 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.601 is now found in section … 326.61 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.62 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.62 is now found in section … 326.63 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.64 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.65 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.65 is now found in section … 326.66 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.70 Title Names sections 326.70 to 326.81 as the Asbestos Abatement Act. 326.71 Definitions Defines key terms used in the Asbestos Abatement Act, including asbestos, abatement, and related work. 326.72 Asbestos License Requires a license from the commissioner to perform any asbestos-related work in Minnesota. 326.73 Asbestos Certifications Requires individual certification to perform asbestos work, with training and examination requirements. 326.74 Reporting Asbestos Work Requires written notice to the commissioner at least 5 days before starting an asbestos project. 326.75 Fees Sets fees for asbestos licenses, certifications, and project permits. 326.76 Duties of Contracting Entities Requires anyone hiring for asbestos work to verify the contractor is properly licensed and certified. 326.77 Indoor Air Standard Sets the indoor air standard for asbestos levels after an abatement project is completed. 326.78 Duties of Commissioner Requires the commissioner to adopt rules for asbestos removal procedures, training, and enforcement. 326.785 Asbestos Containment Barriers Limits asbestos containment barriers in tunnel abatement enclosures to double critical barriers. 326.79 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.80 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.81 Discrimination; Sanctions Makes it a misdemeanor to discriminate against an employee who reports asbestos violations. 326.82 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.83 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.84 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.841 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.841 is now found in section … 326.842 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.842 is now found in section … 326.85 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.86 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.86 is now found in section … 326.87 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.87 is now found in section … 326.875 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.88 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.88 is now found in section … 326.89 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.90 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.90 is now found in section … 326.91 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.92 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 326.921 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.921 is now found in section … 326.93 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 326.94 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.94 is now found in section … 326.945 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.95 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.951 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.951 is now found in section … 326.96 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.96 is now found in section … 326.97 This section has been renumbered or moved to another part of Minnesota Statutes. 326.975 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.98 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.99 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 326, the former Minnesota Electrical … 326.991 This section has expired and is no longer in effect. 326.992 This section has been transferred. The subject matter previously covered by section 326.992 is now found in section … 326B.197 Bond Required for Certain Contractors Requires contractors doing gas, heating, ventilation, or refrigeration work to post a $25,000 bond. 326B.32 Board of Electricity Creates the 12-member Board of Electricity to oversee electrical licensing in Minnesota. 326B.35 Safety Standards Requires all electrical work to meet the National Electrical Code and state safety standards. 326B.38 Manufactured Electrical Parts; Exemption Exempts electrical work done in manufacturing facilities and on self-contained appliance units from electrical … 326B.399 Citation Names sections 326B.31 to 326B.399 as the Minnesota Electrical Act. 326B.439 Ban on Lead in Plumbing Bans lead solder and lead pipes in plumbing connected to drinking water supplies. 326B.44 Local Regulations Allows cities and certain towns to adopt local plumbing regulations, permits, and inspections. 326B.45 Violations to Be Reported to Commissioner Requires local authorities to report persistent plumbing code violations and plumber incompetence to the commissioner. 326B.47 Unlicensed Individuals Requires unlicensed plumbing workers to be registered and supervised by a licensed plumber. 326B.475 Restricted Plumber License Creates a restricted plumber license for use in areas with populations under 5,000. 326B.48 Reciprocity With Other States Allows the commissioner to enter into plumbing license reciprocity agreements with other states. 326B.49 Applications, Fees Sets the application and licensing process and fees for master and journeyworker plumber licenses. 326B.52 Water Conditioning Contractor and Installer Standards Requires the Plumbing Board to set uniform standards for water conditioning installation and servicing statewide. 326B.53 Local Regulations Allows cities, counties, and towns to adopt local water conditioning regulations that do not conflict with state rules. 326B.54 Violations to Be Reported to Commissioner Requires local authorities to report water conditioning code violations to the commissioner. 326B.55 Licensing; Qualifications; Rules Requires a license to perform water conditioning installation or servicing in Minnesota. 326B.56 Bonding and Insurance Requires water conditioning contractors to maintain a $3,000 bond and liability insurance. 326B.58 Fees; Renewal Sets license terms, expiration dates, and renewal rules for water conditioning licenses. 326B.59 State License; Examination; Application; Exemption Exempts licensed plumbers from needing a separate water conditioning license. 326B.81 Residential Roofers Makes residential roofers subject to the same licensing requirements as residential contractors, except the recovery … 326B.815 Fees Sets license fees and terms for residential contractors, remodelers, roofers, and manufactured home installers. 326B.821 Continuing Education; Hours Requires residential building contractors to complete continuing education hours for license renewal. 326B.825 Loss of Qualifying Person Requires licensees to notify the commissioner within 15 days if they lose their qualifying person. 326B.835 Local Licenses Prohibits local governments from requiring additional licenses for state-licensed residential contractors. 326B.85 Building Permit Conditioned on Licensure; Notice of Permit Application Requires building permits to be issued only to properly licensed residential contractors. 326B.86 Bond; Insurance Requires licensed manufactured home installers and residential roofers to maintain bonds and insurance. 326B.875 Disclosures Requires licensees who sell property they built and lived in to disclose warranty and recovery fund limitations. 326B.88 Public Education Allows the commissioner to create public education materials about contractor licensing requirements. 326B.90 Department to Supervise High Pressure Piping Gives the Department of Labor and Industry authority to supervise all high pressure piping in Minnesota. 326B.922 License Application and Renewal Sets the application and renewal process for high pressure pipefitter and contractor licenses. 326B.925 Board of High Pressure Piping Systems Creates the 13-member Board of High Pressure Piping Systems to oversee piping licensing. 327B.041 Manufactured Home Installers Applies residential contractor licensing requirements to manufactured home installers with some exceptions.