MN HF2476

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 125A.0942 to require schools using restrictive procedures on children with disabilities to maintain a publicly accessible plan that includes training on de-escalation techniques and quarterly oversight committee reviews of procedure usage patterns and effectiveness.

Specifies that only licensed professionals, certified behavior analysts, paraprofessionals, or mental health professionals who complete required training may use restrictive procedures, and requires parent notification same-day or within two days when procedures are used.

Establishes physical holding and seclusion requirements including room specifications (minimum 6 feet by 5 feet, well-lit, ventilated), direct staff observation, incident documentation, and safety features such as keyless locks with immediate release mechanisms.

Requires staff training in positive behavioral interventions, de-escalation methods, recognition of positional asphyxia symptoms, and other competencies; prohibits harmful practices including prone restraints after August 1, 2015, and practices that restrict breathing or communication.

Appropriates $250,000 in fiscal year 2015 to assist school districts in meeting needs of children who experienced high use of prone restraints, with coordination between education and human services departments.