Minnesota’s updated Minnesota Child Passenger Safety Law went into effect on August 1, 2024. This law reflects best practice recommendations to ensure children are safely secured in their car seats or booster seats for as long as possible, using either the height limit or weight limit—whichever is reached first.
It is important to understand changes in safety standards and the importance of proper restraints.
Vehicles safety features and car seat technology have changed significantly over the past few decades.
Correctly installing and using car seats or booster seats is essential for safety.
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McLeod County:
McLeod County Health and Human Services has three certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (with one who can offer bilingual services) who offer a handful of services related to Car Seat Safety which include:
- Free Car Seat Checks
- Car Seat Distributions for eligible PrimeWest clients
- B.E.S.T. certification for foster care and daycare providers
- Educational opportunities
Learn more by visiting their website
Sibley County:
Sibley County Public Health and Human Services has four certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (two who can offer bilingual services) who offer a handful of services related to Car Seat Safety which include:
- Free Car Seat Checks
- Car Seat Distributions for eligible South Country Health Alliance clients
- Educational opportunities
Learn more by visiting their website:
Meeker County:
Meeker County Public Health and Human Services has four certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians who offer a handful of services related to Car Seat Safety which include:
- Free Car Seat Checks
- Car Seat Distributions for eligible PrimeWest clients.
- B.E.S.T. certification for foster care and daycare providers
Learn more by visiting their website:
