MN HF4316

Allows homeless youth to obtain certified birth records by submitting a completed application, a statement of homeless status, and either a government-issued ID, an alternative identity statement, or verification from a qualifying social services or school employee.

Certified birth records obtained through the homeless youth verification process expire six months after issuance and can be renewed through the same process.

Waives all fees for homeless youth to obtain certified birth records and statements of no vital record found.

Permits homeless youth to obtain noncompliant Minnesota identification cards by providing name, date of birth, physical description, a certified birth certificate, and a statement verifying homeless status signed by a qualified human services or school employee.

Appropriates unspecified general fund amounts in fiscal year 2021 to the commissioners of health and public safety for administering and issuing these documents, with identification card funding available until June 30, 2023 as a one-time appropriation.