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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to health occupations; modifying requirements for the use of social work titles; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 148E.065, subdivision 4a; 148E.195, subdivision 2a; 148E.280.
AI Summary
This bill modifies requirements for the use of social work titles in Minnesota, particularly for county agency social workers. Starting July 1, 2026, county agency social workers who do not have a social work degree or a license under chapter 148E will be prohibited from using titles like "social work" or "social worker," unless they were employed by the county agency before July 1, 2027. This change aims to ensure that individuals holding these titles meet certain educational or licensing standards, with provisions to protect existing collective bargaining agreements. The bill also clarifies that individuals can only use social work titles if they are employed by a county and meet the specified requirements or if they hold a valid social work license.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Jess Hanson (D)*,
Sandra Feist (D),
Peter Fischer (D),
Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn (D),
Tina Liebling (D),
Kristi Pursell (D),
Last Action
House Health Finance and Policy (13:00:00 3/9/2026 ) (on 03/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3454/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3454/versions/0/pdf/ |
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