Minnesota SF4305 modifies requirements for educating parents and caregivers about the dangers of shaking infants and young children.

Minnesota SF4305 modifies requirements for educating parents and caregivers about the dangers of shaking infants and young children. The commissioner must review videos provided to hospitals to ensure they contain accurate information and remove any that do not. The commissioner must also review and update educational materials for health care providers and parents. Hospitals must show a video to parents before discharging a newborn and use approved videos or materials for well-baby visits. The bill also appropriates funds for these activities.

Minnesota SF4305 modifies requirements for educating parents and caregivers about the dangers of shaking infants and young children.

Minnesota SF4305 modifies requirements for educating parents and caregivers about the dangers of shaking infants and young children. The commissioner must review videos provided to hospitals to ensure they contain accurate information and remove any that do not. The commissioner must also review and update educational materials for health care providers and parents. Hospitals must show a video to parents before discharging a newborn and use approved videos or materials for well-baby visits. The bill also appropriates funds for these activities.