MN HF1026

Mandated reporters must immediately report to local welfare agencies when they know or have reason to believe a pregnant woman has used controlled substances for nonmedical purposes or consumed alcohol habitually or excessively during pregnancy.

Health care professionals and social service professionals are exempted from reporting a woman's tetrahydrocannabinol or alcoholic beverage use during pregnancy if they are providing or collaborating to provide the woman with prenatal care, postpartum care, or other health care services, including care of the woman's infant.

Any person may voluntarily report suspected prenatal substance or alcohol use by a pregnant woman to local welfare agencies.

Oral reports must be made immediately by telephone or otherwise, followed within 72 hours by a written report identifying the pregnant woman, nature and extent of use, and the reporter's name and address.

"Prenatal care" is defined as the comprehensive package of medical and psychological support provided throughout the pregnancy.