Bill > HF3002

This bill modifies eligibility requirements for foster care benefits to include children who have permanent legal and physical custody transferred to a relative after the age of ten. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of "child in foster care" to encompass children who are transferred to a relative's custody after age ten, allowing them to access extended foster care benefits and support services typically available to children in the traditional foster care system. The legislation updates several sections of Minnesota statutes to ensure these children can receive medical assistance, independent living support, and transitional services up to age 21. Key changes include modifying notification requirements, broadening eligibility criteria for continued foster care past age 18, and ensuring that these children receive similar educational, health, and developmental support as other foster youth. The bill aims to provide more comprehensive support for children who are placed with relatives later in their childhood, recognizing that these transitions can be complex and that young people may need continued assistance as they approach adulthood. By expanding the definition and support mechanisms, the legislation seeks to improve outcomes for youth who experience family placement after age ten.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF3002&ssn=0&y=2025