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SF 1952

Students with mental illness requirements modifications provision, Department of Education approved mental health instruction requirement provision, youth sports program mental illness and suicide prevention training provision, and restrictive procedures statewide plan requirements modifications provision

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alice Mann

SF 1952 modifies MN schools' mental health supports, instruction, youth-sports training, and statewide restrictive-procedures plan to improve student safety and well-being.

Referred to Education Policy
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Bill Summary · SF 1952

Summary of SF 1952 (Minnesota)

Overview

SF 1952 is a Minnesota Senate bill introduced on February 27, 2025, and currently referred to the Education Policy committee. The bill’s title indicates four areas of focus: modifications to requirements related to students with mental illness, Department of Education–approved mental health instruction, mental illness and suicide prevention training for youth sports programs, and statewide restrictions procedures plan requirements. A companion House file exists as HF 61.

Purpose and intent

  • The bill seeks to modify existing state requirements in areas tied to student mental health, school-based mental health instruction, training for youth sports program staff, and the statewide framework governing restrictive procedures in schools.
  • The overarching aim appears to be adjusting the framework governing mental health supports and safety procedures within educational settings and youth programs, to align with current needs or policy priorities. The exact changes will be specified in the introduced bill text.

Key provisions (as indicated by the bill title)

Note: The specific statutory language and details will be in the introduced bill. The following describes the areas the bill targets:

  • Students with mental illness – modifications provision: Updates to requirements affecting how students with mental illness are identified, supported, or accommodated within schools. Possible adjustments to eligibility criteria, services, or accountability measures.

  • Department of Education–approved mental health instruction requirement provision: Changes to the state’s approved mental health instruction standards or implementation requirements, including what schools must teach, how often instruction is delivered, and how compliance is demonstrated.

  • Youth sports program mental illness and suicide prevention training provision: Requirements for mental health and suicide prevention training for staff, coaches, and volunteers involved in youth sports programs. This could involve curriculum content, training frequency, and recordkeeping.

  • Restrictive procedures statewide plan requirements modifications provision: Revisions to the statewide plan governing the use of restrictive procedures (such as restraints or seclusion) in schools, potentially impacting reporting, training, oversight, or penalties.

Who would be affected

  • Students, particularly those with mental health concerns or needs.
  • School districts, charter schools, and other educational jurisdictions responsible for implementing mental health instruction and restrictive procedures policies.
  • Department of Education staff responsible for approving mental health instruction and overseeing compliance.
  • Personnel involved in youth sports programs, including coaches, volunteers, and program administrators, who would be subject to new or adjusted mental health and suicide prevention training requirements.
  • Stakeholders in safety and student wellbeing policy ongoing review (advocates, educators, administrators).

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: February 27, 2025.
  • Legislative actions to date: Introduction and first reading; referred to Education Policy (no further actions listed here).
  • Status indicates ongoing consideration within the Education Policy committee; the next steps typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, floor votes, and movement to the other chamber (House) or governor, depending on the state’s process.
  • Related legislation: HF 61 is the companion bill in the House.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Depending on the final language, the bill could increase or modify compliance requirements for schools and districts regarding mental health instruction and training.
  • Could enhance safety and response capabilities in youth sports and school settings through mandated training, or alternatively streamline certain requirements.
  • Changes to the restrictive procedures statewide plan could affect reporting, oversight, and protections for students with disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Stakeholders should monitor committee hearings and compare SF 1952 with HF 61 for aligned or divergent provisions.

Next steps

  • Review the full introduced text of SF 1952 and HF 61 when available.
  • Track Education Policy committee actions for hearings, amendments, and votes.
  • Consider stakeholder input from school administrators, mental health professionals, parents, and youth sports program organizers.

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

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