Minnesota Statutes 145.9575 – Developmental and Social-Emotional Screening With Follow-Up
Subdivision 1.Developmental and social-emotional screening with follow-up.
The goal of the developmental and social-emotional screening is to identify young children at risk for developmental and behavioral concerns and provide follow-up services to connect families and young children to appropriate community-based resources and programs. The commissioner of health must work with the commissioners of human services and education to implement this section and promote interagency coordination with other early childhood programs including those that provide screening and assessment.
Subd. 2.Duties.
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 145.9575
- children: includes children by birth or adoption;
(9) "day" comprises the time from midnight to the next midnight;
(10) "fiscal year" means the year by or for which accounts are reckoned;
(11) "hereafter" means a reference to the time after the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(12) "heretofore" means a reference to the time previous to the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(13) "judicial sale" means a sale conducted by an officer or person authorized for the purpose by some competent tribunal;
(14) "minor" means an individual under the age of 18 years;
(15) "money" means lawful money of the United States;
(16) "night time" means the time from sunset to sunrise;
(17) "non compos mentis" refers to an individual of unsound mind;
(18) "notary" means a notary public;
(19) "now" in any provision of a law referring to other laws in force, or to persons in office, or to any facts or circumstances as existing, relates to the laws in force, or to the persons in office, or to the facts or circumstances existing, respectively, on the effective date of such provision;
(20) "verified" when used in reference to writings, means supported by oath or affirmation. See Minnesota Statutes 645.45
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 145.9575
- children: includes children by birth or adoption;
(9) "day" comprises the time from midnight to the next midnight;
(10) "fiscal year" means the year by or for which accounts are reckoned;
(11) "hereafter" means a reference to the time after the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(12) "heretofore" means a reference to the time previous to the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(13) "judicial sale" means a sale conducted by an officer or person authorized for the purpose by some competent tribunal;
(14) "minor" means an individual under the age of 18 years;
(15) "money" means lawful money of the United States;
(16) "night time" means the time from sunset to sunrise;
(17) "non compos mentis" refers to an individual of unsound mind;
(18) "notary" means a notary public;
(19) "now" in any provision of a law referring to other laws in force, or to persons in office, or to any facts or circumstances as existing, relates to the laws in force, or to the persons in office, or to the facts or circumstances existing, respectively, on the effective date of such provision;
(20) "verified" when used in reference to writings, means supported by oath or affirmation. See Minnesota Statutes 645.45
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
The commissioner must:
(1) increase the awareness of developmental and social-emotional screening with follow-up in coordination with community and state partners;
(2) expand existing electronic screening systems to administer developmental and social-emotional screening to children from birth to kindergarten entrance;
(3) provide screening for developmental and social-emotional delays based on current recommended best practices;
(4) review and share the results of the screening with the parent or guardian and support families in their role as caregivers by providing anticipatory guidance around typical growth and development;
(5) refer and connect children and families with appropriate community-based services and resources when any developmental or social-emotional concerns are identified through screening; and
(6) establish performance measures and collect, analyze, and share program data regarding population-level outcomes of developmental and social-emotional screening, referrals to community-based services, and follow-up services.
Subd. 3.Grants.
The commissioner must award grants to support follow-up services for children with developmental or social-emotional concerns identified through screening in order to link children and their families to appropriate community-based services and resources. Grants may also be awarded to train and utilize cultural liaisons to help families navigate the screening and follow-up process in a culturally and linguistically responsive manner. Eligible grantees include community-based organizations, community health boards, and Tribal Nations. The commissioner must provide technical assistance, content expertise, and training to grant recipients to ensure that follow-up services are effectively provided.