Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to adjust financial forecasts related to human services in Minnesota. It is designed to update state appropriations, ensuring that sufficient funds are allocated to specific human services programs to meet anticipated needs.

Main Provisions

• Budget Adjustments: The bill outlines adjustments to previously established budget appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. These involve increasing or decreasing funds from the state's general fund and health care access fund.

• Specific Allocations:

  • General Assistance: An increase of $3,737,000 is proposed.
  • Minnesota Supplemental Aid: An additional $3,428,000 is allocated.
  • Housing Support: An increase of $11,923,000 is planned.
  • MinnesotaCare: A specific allocation of $16,182,000 from the health care access fund is designated.
  • Medical Assistance: An increase of $1,735,000 is proposed.
  • Behavioral Health Fund: An appropriation of $135,928,000 is outlined.

Significant Changes

• The bill modifies prior appropriations set in earlier legislative sessions by adjusting the financial allocations to address updated forecasts for human service needs. It ensures that the state can adequately fund essential services, such as healthcare access and housing support, based on the latest financial estimates and requirements.

Relevant Terms

human services, forecast adjustments, appropriations, general fund, health care access fund, general assistance, Minnesota Supplemental Aid, housing support, MinnesotaCare, medical assistance, behavioral health fund