The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 260C.212, subdivision 1, to enhance the requirements for out-of-home placement plans for children placed in foster care. A significant addition is the requirement for the responsible social services agency to provide a one- to two-page summary of the out-of-home placement plan to the child's parents or guardians before they sign it. This summary must clearly outline the plan's contents and the responsibilities of the parents or guardians in plain language. Additionally, the summary must be updated and provided whenever the out-of-home placement plan is revised. The commissioner is tasked with developing a template for this summary to ensure consistency and clarity.

Furthermore, the bill includes a deletion of the previous provision regarding the information provided to foster parents, which is now replaced with a requirement that they be fully informed of the case plan's provisions and receive a copy of the plan. The amendments aim to improve communication and understanding among all parties involved in the child's care, ensuring that parents and guardians are adequately informed of their responsibilities and the details of the placement plan.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 260C.212