Minnesota HF1903 modifies Safe Place for Newborns provisions to clarify procedures and protections.

Minnesota HF1903 amends the Safe Place for Newborns provisions by specifying that safe places, including hospitals and newborn safety devices, must not inquire about the identity of the mother or caller, nor call the police, as long as the newborn is unharmed. Safe places may ask about medical history but are not required to provide information. They must provide information on contacting social service agencies. Safe places and medical professionals are immune from criminal and civil liability for receiving newborns in good faith.

Minnesota HF1903 modifies Safe Place for Newborns provisions to clarify procedures and protections.

Minnesota HF1903 amends the Safe Place for Newborns provisions by specifying that safe places, including hospitals and newborn safety devices, must not inquire about the identity of the mother or caller, nor call the police, as long as the newborn is unharmed. Safe places may ask about medical history but are not required to provide information. They must provide information on contacting social service agencies. Safe places and medical professionals are immune from criminal and civil liability for receiving newborns in good faith.