Processes for the issuance of certain credentials to individuals experiencing homelessness established.
This bill establishes a formal process for individuals experiencing homelessness in Minnesota to obtain certified birth records without standard identification requirements. It defines "homeless services providers" as employees of shelters, health agencies, schools, and other organizations that support people experiencing homelessness, allowing them to verify a person's homelessness status for birth record applications. The process permits these providers to submit a verification statement on behalf of the individual, and the bill waives all fees for issuing up to two certified birth records to eligible individuals. Additionally, birth records obtained through this process expire after six months, requiring renewal if the individual continues to need the document.
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Introduced Mar 18, 2026
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Mary Clardy
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