Guardian ad litem program volunteer participation clarification provision

This bill clarifies the role of volunteers in Minnesota's guardian ad litem program, which advocates for the best interests of children, minor parents, and incompetent adults in juvenile and family court cases. It amends existing state law to explicitly state that the program includes both volunteers and paid staff working under the State Guardian Ad Litem Board. The legislation requires the board to establish standards, policies, and procedures for the program while approving budgets and distributing funding, and allows the board to adopt rules ensuring quality advocacy for clients.