2007 Minnesota Statutes

196.24 DUTIES OF COMMISSIONER OF HEALTH.
    Subdivision 1. Information to health professionals. The commissioner of health shall
provide medical information to health professionals in this state regarding the detection,
diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic symptoms which may be associated with exposure
to chemical agents.
    Subd. 2. Genetic information and counseling. The commissioner of health, in cooperation
with the health facilities of the University of Minnesota, shall provide genetic information and
counseling to veterans who have concerns regarding the possible genetic effects which may be
associated with exposure to chemical agents.
    Subd. 3. Technical assistance. The commissioner of health shall provide scientific
information and other appropriate technical assistance necessary to enable the commissioner to
perform the duties and responsibilities required under sections 196.19 to 196.26.
History: 1982 c 513 s 6; 2000 c 390 s 9,10