This bill mandates that all licensed hospitals and birth centers in Minnesota provide educational materials to the parents of newborns regarding the recognition of physical abuse in infants. Specifically, it requires that these materials be given to parents before the newborn is discharged. The written materials must be either obtained from or approved by the commissioner of health, ensuring that the information is accurate and reliable.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the commissioner of health, who is tasked with developing and making available written materials for hospitals and birth centers to distribute. The commissioner will also review and approve or disapprove the materials submitted by these facilities. If any materials are disapproved, the commissioner has the authority to suggest modifications to ensure they meet the necessary standards for approval.