District 196 Health Services Recommendations for Influenza Like Illnesses

New state law requires booster seats until children reach age 8 or 57 inches
Minnesota's new booster seat law went into effect July 1, 2009. Under the new law, a child cannot use a seat belt alone until they reach age 8 or 57 inches tall, whichever comes first. It is recommended to keep a child in a booster seat based on their height, rather than their age, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.

Boosters are seat lifts that help raise a child up so a seat belt fits properly. Seat belts do not fit properly on people shorter than 57 inches or 4 feet 9 inches. The seat belt should not rub against a child's neck or be tucked behind their back; both are signs of poor belt fit, which can contribute to serious injury or death.

For more information, visit www.buckleupkids.state.mn.us

District 196 does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or age. The School District Attorney, 14445 Diamond Path West, Rosemount, MN 55068, 651-423-7883, has been designated to respond to inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, including inquiries under Title IX.