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HF 3066

Adaptive swimming lessons and water safety education program established for children with developmental delays and their parents.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Samakab Hussein and 3 co-sponsors

HF 3066 - Adaptive Swimming Lessons and Water Safety Education Program OverviewBill Number: HF 3066 Title: Adaptive swimming lessons and water safety education program established

Authors added Reyer and Rehrauer
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Bill Summary · HF 3066

HF 3066 - Adaptive Swimming Lessons and Water Safety Education Program

Overview

Bill Number: HF 3066
Title: Adaptive swimming lessons and water safety education program established for children with developmental delays and their parents.
Status: Authors added Reyer and Rehrauer
Introduced: April 02, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of HF 3066 is to establish a statewide program that provides adaptive swimming lessons and water safety education for children with developmental delays and their parents or guardians. The bill recognizes the importance of water safety and swimming skills for all children, including those with special needs, and aims to address the lack of accessible programs currently available.

Key Provisions

  • Directs the Minnesota Department of Health to develop and implement an adaptive swimming lessons and water safety education program.
  • Requires the program to offer:
    • Specialized swimming instruction for children with developmental delays, such as autism, Down syndrome, or intellectual disabilities.
    • Water safety education and training for parents and guardians of these children.
    • Opportunities for family participation and group lessons.
  • Mandates that the program be available statewide, with lessons and classes offered in multiple locations to ensure accessibility.
  • Authorizes the Department of Health to partner with local organizations, swim schools, and community centers to deliver the program.
  • Appropriates $2.5 million in funding for the first two years of the program's implementation.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Children with developmental delays, such as autism, Down syndrome, or intellectual disabilities, and their families will have access to specialized swimming instruction and water safety education.
  • This program aims to improve water safety, swimming skills, and overall quality of life for children with developmental delays, who often face barriers to participating in traditional swimming lessons.
  • The program will also benefit parents and guardians by providing them with the knowledge and skills to keep their children safe around water.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HF 3066 was introduced on April 02, 2025 and is currently in the committee review process. If passed, the Department of Health would be required to develop and implement the adaptive swimming lessons and water safety education program within one year of the bill's effective date.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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