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HF2160 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Day services duties and rates established relating to human services, and case manager evaluation required on informed decision making.

Related bill: SF2439

AI Generated Summary

This bill (H.F. No. 2160) relates to human services in Minnesota and focuses on day services for adults with disabilities. Key provisions include:

  • Commissioner Duties: The bill amends Minnesota law to clarify and expand the duties of the commissioner overseeing day services, including:

    • Supervising lead agencies that provide day services.
    • Determining the need for day programs, except for specific adult day services.
    • Establishing payment rates for day services.
    • Adopting administrative rules for day service provision.
    • Coordinating services through interagency agreements.
    • Monitoring and evaluating the cost and effectiveness of day services.
    • Providing information and technical assistance to agencies and vendors.

  • Case Manager Evaluation: The bill requires case managers to evaluate informed decision-making processes for individuals receiving services.

  • Administrative Updates: It corrects statutory cross-references and modifies provisions related to rate-setting and provider requirements.

  • Impact: By refining oversight, payment structures, and quality evaluation processes, the bill aims to enhance the effectiveness of day services for adults with disabilities in Minnesota.

The bill was introduced by Representative Schomacker and referred to the Committee on Human Services Finance and Policy.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHuman Services Finance and Policy
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHuman Services Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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        "Revised payment rate structures under the waiver program."
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