Bill > SF4832

This bill modifies existing requirements for child care providers in Minnesota regarding training on abusive head trauma, which is defined as serious brain injury caused by shaking or blunt force impact to an infant or young child. Specifically, it mandates that this training must be interactive and cannot solely consist of reading or watching information, aiming to improve comprehension and retention of crucial safety information. These changes will apply to directors, staff, substitutes, and unsupervised volunteers in various child care settings, including licensed centers and family child care homes, and will take effect on January 1, 2027. The bill also clarifies that this interactive training requirement applies to both initial and annual refresher courses, and in some cases, can be combined with training on sudden unexpected infant death.