Purpose of the Bill

The goal of this bill is to ensure parents of preschool-aged children receive crucial information about type 1 diabetes. By raising awareness, the bill aims to help parents recognize the signs and seek timely medical advice, thereby improving early diagnosis and management of the condition.

Main Provisions

• Development of Informational Materials: The state's commissioner, along with the commissioners of health and education, is tasked with creating detailed informational materials about type 1 diabetes.
• Distribution of Materials: Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, school districts and charter schools that offer preschool programs are required to provide these materials to parents at least annually.
• Contents of Materials:
  • Information on what type 1 diabetes is.
  • Description of risk factors and warning signs.
  • Advice for parents to consult healthcare providers for children showing signs of type 1 diabetes.
  • Explanation of the screening process and implications of the results.
  • Recommendations for creating an appropriate treatment plan following diagnosis, which may involve specialist consultations.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill proposes the addition of a new chapter, 142D, to the Minnesota Statutes. The chapter will formalize the process and requirement for distributing type 1 diabetes information within preschool programs, which is a new mandate not previously specified in Minnesota law.

Relevant Terms

• Type 1 diabetes
• Informational materials
• School districts and charter schools
• Preschool programs
• Risk factors and warning signs
• Primary care provider
• Screening and diagnosis
• Endocrinologist