The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to enhance the state's approach to child maltreatment cases that occur outside of Minnesota. It allows for judicial review of maltreatment cases that happen in other states or countries, specifying that a party appealing a decision must file their appeal in the county where the alleged perpetrator or child resides. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of local welfare agencies in assessing or investigating these allegations, ensuring that they can act on reports of maltreatment that meet Minnesota's criteria, even if the incidents occurred elsewhere.

Key amendments include the addition of new provisions regarding the appeal process and the responsibilities of local welfare agencies. Specifically, the bill inserts language that clarifies the appeal process, including the requirement for parties to serve notice to the relevant commissioners or executive boards and to file proof of service with the court. Additionally, it establishes that local welfare agencies are responsible for conducting assessments or investigations of maltreatment allegations from other jurisdictions if the involved parties reside in Minnesota, thereby streamlining the process for handling such cases.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256.045, 260E.14