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SF2723 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Child care centers requirement to use video security cameras to monitor infants and toddlers

Related bill: HF1915

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to enhance safety and security in child care centers by requiring the installation and use of video security cameras to monitor infants and toddlers. It seeks to ensure transparent operations and protect children and staff in these facilities.

Main Provisions

  • Installation of Video Security Cameras: By January 1, 2026, all licensed child care centers in Minnesota must install video security cameras in public and shared areas to monitor infants and toddlers.
  • Recording Requirements: Cameras must operate continuously during business hours, display the accurate date and time, have a resolution of at least 720p, and record at least 15 frames per second.
  • Retention and Disposal of Recordings: Recordings must be kept for 90 days unless required for law enforcement investigations. Centers must follow additional retention requirements as issued by the commissioner.
  • Access and Dissemination: Recordings cannot be shared or sold and can only be accessed via a court order or for inspection by a child’s parent if the child was injured. Employees involved in disciplinary actions based on footage have the right to review applicable recordings.
  • Policy and Notification: Centers must maintain a written policy detailing camera operations, retention, and access. Parents and guardians must be informed about these policies upon enrollment. Notices about the presence of video cameras must be posted at facility entrances.
  • Support from Commissioner: The commissioner will provide templates for the video policy and enrollment notices by October 1, 2025.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to introduce new mandates for child care centers under Chapter 142B. It also updates data retention and privacy rules for footage handled by these centers, categorizing the video footage as private data.

Appropriation for Compliance

The bill allocates $150,000 per year for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to support child care centers purchasing equipment necessary to meet these new video security requirements.

Relevant Terms

  • Child care centers
  • Video security cameras
  • Infants and toddlers
  • Recording retention
  • Data privacy
  • Safety monitoring
  • Child care improvement grants

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHealth and Human Services

Citations

 
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  },
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      "summary": "References private data classification as defined under section 13.02, subdivision 12.",
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