MN HF4294

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 480.35, subdivision 2, to explicitly state that the State Guardian Ad Litem Board's program must include both volunteers and paid staff as guardians

Clarifies that guardians ad litem advocate for the best interests of children, minor parents, and incompetent adults in juvenile and family court cases as defined in Rule 901.01 of the Rules of Guardian Ad Litem Procedure

Requires the board to establish program standards, policies, and rules consistent with the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act, the federal Multiethnic Placement Act of 1994, and the federal Indian Child Welfare Act

Authorizes the board to adopt standards ensuring quality advocacy and propose statutory and rule changes to the legislature and supreme court