The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to enhance the title protection provisions for social workers. It establishes that city, county, and state agency social workers who do not possess a baccalaureate or graduate degree in social work, or who are not licensed, cannot be presented to the public using titles that include "social work" or "social worker." This change aims to ensure that only qualified individuals are recognized under these professional titles, thereby protecting the integrity of the social work profession.

Additionally, the bill modifies the representation requirements for individuals using the title "social worker." It specifies that no individual may be represented to the public by such titles unless they are employed by a county and hold the appropriate degree in social work. The bill also reinforces the necessity for licensed social workers to use their designated license titles in professional contexts and prohibits misleading or deceptive practices in advertising and public statements. These amendments collectively aim to uphold professional standards and protect the public from misrepresentation in the field of social work.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 148E.065, 148E.195, 148E.280