Gov. Tim Walz Signs 3 Bills Into Law Wednesday

ST. PAUL, MN — Gov. Tim Walz Wednesday signed three bills into law that were passed by the Minnesota Legislature.

The state's newest laws involve juvenile court guardianship, snowmobile rules, and building contractors:

1. Chapter 45, SF 2736: "Juvenile court guardianship establishment for at-risk youth."

According to Walz's office, the bill "establishes a juvenile guardianship process for at-risk youth ages 18 to 21 to help ensure that they receive the resources necessary for their health, safety, and education."

2. Chapter 46, HF 2819: "Snowmobile and off-highway vehicle provision violation civil penalties increased."

According to Walz's office, the bill will "incentivize responsible snowmobile and off-highway vehicle riding, this bill increases penalties for certain violations, including trespassing."

3. Chapter 48, HF 3620: "Relating to labor and industry; allowing a licensed residential building contractor to receive an installation seal for the installation of used manufactured homes; clarifying that a used manufactured home may bear a label or data plate."

According to Walz's office, "the bill allows licensed residential building contractors to install used manufactured homes and affix installation seals (labels secured to the outside of the homes) to used manufactured homes, streamlining the home manufacturing process to help shorten installation delays and lower installation costs."