This bill proposes modifications to the standards for out-of-home respite care services for children under Minnesota Statutes, specifically in 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 limitations on the number of children served at one time. It also stipulates that services cannot be provided to children and adults over 21 simultaneously and sets a cap on the number of days services can be 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 outlined requirements. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026, or upon federal approval, whichever comes later. The commissioner of human services is tasked with notifying the revisor of statutes once federal approval is secured.