Crisis nurseries governing licenses and license exemptions requirements modification
This bill modifies licensing requirements for crisis nurseries in Minnesota, which provide short-term care for children when caregivers face emergencies. It specifically allows current crisis nurseries licensed under Chapter 245A (as children's residential facilities) to continue operating even if exempt from standard Chapter 142B licensing. The bill requires the commissioner of children, youth, and families to develop a new licensing framework for crisis nurseries by January 2027, including background checks and training standards, and submit a report to the legislature. This exemption expires on July 1, 2027.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 19, 2026
Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
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Referred to Health and Human Services
upper
Feb 19, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Gary Dahms
RRepublican
Co
John Hoffman
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Co
Paul Utke
RRepublican
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