1.1 	A bill for an act
1.2 	relating to economic development; authorizing reopening of businesses for safe 
1.3 	operation during the COVID-19 pandemic if certain safety guidance is followed.
1.4 	BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

1.5 	Section 1. REOPENING OF BUSINESSES FOR SAFE OPERATION DURING 
1.6 	COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
 1.7 	Notwithstanding Executive Order 20-04, as extended, amended, and otherwise modified 
1.8 	by Executive Order 20-08, Executive Order 20-18, Executive Order 20-33, and any related 
1.9 	executive orders issued pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, section 12.21 or 12.31, a business 
1.10 	closed to ingress, egress, use, and occupancy by members of the public pursuant to the 
1.11 	executive orders listed, may operate provided that the business adheres to any COVID-related 
1.12 	workplace safety recommendations and guidance provided by the Minnesota Department 
1.13 	of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to assist businesses and 
1.14 	employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace and business operation.

1.15 	EFFECTIVE DATE. This section is effective the day following final enactment.