Minnesota Law Now Makes Clearer: Courts Must Ensure Foster Youth Turning 18 Have a Plan

Minnesota now requires family courts to review detailed transition plans for foster youth nearing 18. The law, which went into effect in July, ensures teens can give input in court and that agencies provide information on housing, financial stability, and extended foster care services available until age 21. Read more in this article published by The Imprint on 9/26/25, which includes quotes from YLC Senior Policy Director Jennifer Pokempner.