Bill > SF1952

This bill introduces several modifications to existing Minnesota education and youth sports regulations focused on mental health and safety. First, it requires school districts and charter schools to provide mental health instruction using curriculum approved by the Department of Education starting in the 2026-2027 school year, building upon existing encouragement for mental health education in grades 4-12. Second, the bill mandates that youth sports programs provide training on mental illness warning signs and suicide prevention for coaches and officials, with an option for teachers who have already completed mental illness training to satisfy this requirement. Third, the bill updates regulations around restrictive procedures in schools, including modifying the statewide plan for reducing such procedures by adding requirements to reduce disparities and improve input gathering, specifically by obtaining recommendations from an advisory committee and conducting outreach to students, families, and underserved communities. These changes aim to enhance mental health awareness, prevention, and support in educational and youth sports environments, with a particular focus on early identification of potential mental health challenges and creating safer, more inclusive spaces for young people.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1952&ssn=0&y=2025