CASCW at the Capitol - February 2025

CASCW at the Capitol featuring Child welfare policy updates

After reaching a power-sharing agreement, the House has now started its legislative work. While last year’s legislative session resulted in several major changes to the child welfare system in Minnesota, such as the passage of MAAFPCWDA, this year the legislature’s efforts to address the projected $5.1 billion deficit is expected to take center stage.

CACSW takes a deeper dive into these and other state and national legislative developments below. To stay abreast of child welfare legislation, check out our regularly updated Bill Tracker.

If you don’t see a news item or bill listed that you think should be, please contact Matthew Dooley, Outreach Graduate Assistant, at [email protected].