The bill proposes technical amendments to various sections of the Minnesota Statutes concerning children, youth, and families, particularly following a recodification in 2024. Notable changes include the inclusion of the commissioner of children, youth, and families in the state Indian Affairs Council and updates to the definitions of "licensing agency" and "investigative data" to encompass this commissioner alongside the commissioner of human services. The bill also modifies data classification related to licensing and investigations, ensuring confidentiality while allowing necessary disclosures in cases of maltreatment or fraud. Additionally, it repeals outdated statutes to streamline the legal framework governing child welfare services.

Further amendments enhance the oversight and regulation of services for vulnerable populations, particularly children and youth. The bill establishes a human services risk pool fund for liability insurance coverage for licensed foster homes and care providers, and it emphasizes collaboration among state departments to improve service delivery. It also clarifies the roles of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families and the Department of Human Services, ensuring joint oversight of programs and services. The bill aims to strengthen support systems for vulnerable populations, improve health outcomes, and enhance the effectiveness of Minnesota's human services system.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 3.922, 13.41, 13.46, 13.598, 14.03, 116L.881, 125A.15, 125A.744, 127A.11, 127A.70, 142A.607, 142A.609, 142B.41, 144.061, 144.225, 145.895, 145.901, 145.9255, 145.9265, 174.285, 214.104, 216C.266, 241.021, 242.09, 242.21, 242.32, 245.697, 245.814, 245C.02, 245C.031, 245C.033, 245C.05, 245C.07, 256.88, 256.89, 256.90, 256.91, 256.92, 256G.01, 256G.03, 256G.04, 256G.09, 256G.10, 256G.11, 256G.12, 260.762, 260B.171, 260E.03, 260E.11, 260E.30, 260E.33, 261.232, 270B.14, 299C.76, 299F.011, 402A.10, 402A.12, 402A.16, 402A.18, 402A.35, 462A.2095, 466.131, 518.165, 524.5, 595.02, 626.5533
1st Engrossment: 3.922, 13.41, 13.46, 13.598, 14.03, 116L.881, 125A.15, 125A.744, 127A.11, 127A.70, 142A.607, 142A.609, 142B.41, 144.061, 144.225, 145.895, 145.901, 145.9255, 145.9265, 174.285, 214.104, 216C.266, 241.021, 242.09, 242.21, 242.32, 245.697, 245.814, 245C.02, 245C.031, 245C.033, 245C.05, 245C.07, 256.88, 256.89, 256.90, 256.91, 256.92, 256G.01, 256G.03, 256G.04, 256G.09, 256G.10, 256G.11, 256G.12, 260.762, 260B.171, 260E.03, 260E.11, 260E.30, 260E.33, 261.232, 270B.14, 299C.76, 299F.011, 402A.10, 402A.12, 402A.16, 402A.18, 402A.35, 462A.2095, 466.131, 518.165, 524.5, 595.02, 626.5533