MN HF162

Establishes procedures allowing homeless youth in Minnesota or another state to obtain certified birth records by submitting an application, a statement of homeless status, and either government ID, a sworn statement, or verification from a human services agency or school staff member.

Birth records obtained using agency or school verification expire six months after issuance and must be renewed by surrendering the expired record or applying through standard processes.

Waives all fees for certified birth records, statements of no vital record found, and noncompliant identification cards issued to homeless youth.

Allows homeless youth to obtain noncompliant Minnesota identification cards by providing name, date of birth, physical descriptors, certified birth certificate, and verification of homeless status from a qualified human services agency or school staff member.

Appropriates unspecified amounts from the general fund in fiscal year 2022 to the commissioner of health for birth record administration and to the commissioner of public safety for identification card administration, with the latter available until June 30, 2024 as a one-time appropriation.