MN SF517

Administrative law judges shall issue binding final decisions (rather than recommendations) following hearings for family child care provider and group family child care provider licenses.

Decisions by administrative law judges are final and binding on both parties, with judicial review available under sections 14.63 to 14.68.

Decisions must be in writing with findings of fact and conclusions of law, served by certified mail or in accordance with Minnesota Rules, part 1400.8610.

The commissioner's final order process no longer applies to hearings involving family child care providers or group family child care providers.

Changes apply to Minnesota Statutes 2020, section 245A.08, subdivisions 4 and 5, regarding child care licensing procedures.