as introduced - 85th Legislature (2007 - 2008) Posted on 12/15/2009 12:00am
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Introduction | Posted on 01/31/2007 |
A bill for an act
relating to consumer protection; requiring removal of structures built with
pressure-treated lumber containing chromated copper arsenate from schools,
parks, and child care facilities; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota
Statutes, chapter 325F.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:
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For purposes of this section:
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(1) "school" means a public school under section 120A.05, subdivisions 9, 11,
13, and 17; a charter school under section 124D.10; or a nonpublic school, church,
or religious organization in which a child is provided instruction in compliance with
sections 120A.22 and 120A.24;
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(2) "park" means any park or playground maintained by the state or a city, town,
or county; and
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(3) "child care facility" has the meaning given under section 121A.15, subdivision 9.
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By August 1, 2009, all structures constructed of
pressure-treated lumber containing chromated copper arsenate must be removed from the
property of a school, park, or child care facility.
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After August 1, 2009, a structure constructed of
pressure-treated lumber containing chromated copper arsenate located on the property of a
school, park, or child care facility is a public nuisance and must be removed according to
sections 463.15 to 463.26.
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