Minnesota HF4732 requires social services agencies to provide luggage for children in foster care.

Minnesota HF4732 mandates that responsible social services agencies provide or ensure children in foster care receive appropriate new or like-new luggage or travel bags under specific circumstances. This includes when a child enters or reenters foster care, moves to another placement, exits foster care, or otherwise needs luggage. Agencies may accept donations or gifts of suitable luggage. Agencies must report annually on compliance to the Office of the Foster Youth Ombudsperson. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.

Minnesota HF4732 requires social services agencies to provide luggage for children in foster care.

Minnesota HF4732 mandates that responsible social services agencies provide or ensure children in foster care receive appropriate new or like-new luggage or travel bags under specific circumstances. This includes when a child enters or reenters foster care, moves to another placement, exits foster care, or otherwise needs luggage. Agencies may accept donations or gifts of suitable luggage. Agencies must report annually on compliance to the Office of the Foster Youth Ombudsperson. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.