This bill proposes modifications to the standards for out-of-home respite care services for children under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 245D. It establishes that licensed providers may only offer these services in licensed settings, with specific exemptions outlined for unlicensed residential settings. The bill details the conditions under which respite care can be provided in unlicensed settings, including requirements for background studies, assessments by case managers, and documentation of approvals from legal representatives. It also sets limits on the number of children served at one time and the duration of services provided to a single family.

Additionally, the bill mandates that license holders maintain thorough documentation of background studies, service records, and assessments to ensure compliance with the new standards. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026, or upon federal approval, whichever occurs later. The commissioner of human services is tasked with notifying the revisor of statutes once federal approval is secured.