Minnesota § 259.20 - POLICY
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 259.20 — POLICY, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 259.20. POLICY
Subdivision 1.Policy and purpose.
The policy of the state of Minnesota and the purpose of sections 259.20 to 259.65 is to ensure:
(1) that the best interests of adopted persons are met in the planning and granting of adoptions; and
(2) that laws and practices governing adoption recognize the diversity of Minnesota's population and the diverse needs of persons affected by adoption.
Subd. 2.Other applicable law.
(a) Portions of chapters 245A, 245C, 257, 260, and 317A may also affect the adoption of a particular child.
(b) Provisions of the Indian Child Welfare Act, United States Code, title 25, chapter 21, sections 1901-1923, and the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act under sections 260.751 to 260.835 apply in the adoption of an Indian child as described in section 259.201.
(c) Consistent with section 245C.33 and Public Law 109-248, a completed background study is required before the approval of any foster or adoptive placement in a related or an unrelated home.
History:
1994 c 631 s 7,31; 1997 c 177 s 4; 2003 c 15 art 1 s 33; 2007 c 147 art 3 s 24; 2008 c 361 art 6 s 1; 2012 c 216 art 6 s 13; 2024 c 115 art 17 s 1
NOTE: A transfer of a power or responsibility in this chapter to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families is effective upon notice of the commissioner of children, youth, and families to the commissioners of administration, management and budget, and other relevant departments along with the secretary of the senate, the chief clerk of the house of representatives, and the chairs and ranking minority members of the relevant legislative committees and divisions. Laws 2024, chapter 80, article 8, section 72, Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 12, section 30.
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 259.20
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Section 259.20 ("POLICY") 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.
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