Minnesota § 256.88 - SOCIAL WELFARE FUND ESTABLISHED
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 256.88 — SOCIAL WELFARE FUND ESTABLISHED, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 256.88. SOCIAL WELFARE FUND ESTABLISHED
Except as otherwise expressly provided, all moneys and funds held by the commissioner of human services; the commissioner of children, youth, and families; the Direct Care and Treatment executive board; and the local social services agencies of the several counties in trust or for the benefit of children with a disability and children who are dependent, neglected, or delinquent; children born to mothers who were not married to the children's fathers at the times of the conception nor at the births of the children; persons determined to have developmental disability, mental illness, or substance use disorder; or other wards or beneficiaries, under any law, shall be kept in a single fund to be known as the "social welfare fund" which shall be deposited at interest, held, or disbursed as provided in sections 256.89 to 256.92.
History:
(4462) 1923 c 106 s 1; 1939 c 8 s 1; 1983 c 7 s 4; 1983 c 243 s 5 subd 4; 1984 c 654 art 5 s 58; 1994 c 631 s 31; 2005 c 56 s 1; 2017 c 40 art 1 s 121; 2022 c 98 art 4 s 51; 2024 c 125 art 5 s 25; 2024 c 127 art 50 s 25; 2025 c 21 s 45
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 256.88
What does Minnesota Statutes § 256.88 cover?
Section 256.88 ("SOCIAL WELFARE FUND ESTABLISHED") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 256.88?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 256.88" (Minnesota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Minnesota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Minnesota attorney.
How does Minnesota § 256.88 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Minnesota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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