Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to establish the Minnesota Health Care Workforce Advisory Council. This council will address the state's health care workforce needs by providing comprehensive research, policy recommendations, and coordination between various stakeholders.

Main Provisions

• Establishment of the Advisory Council: The council will consist of 16 members, including legislative representatives, appointed officials, and experts in health care workforce matters.
• Goals of the Council: The council is tasked with researching health care workforce trends, advising on policy and legislation, recommending programs to improve workforce supply, and addressing workforce diversity and equity.
• Coordination and Collaboration: The council will work with the governor's Workforce Development Board, educational institutions, medical associations, and others to develop workforce strategies.
• Focus Areas: Key areas include increasing workforce diversity, addressing workforce maldistribution, expanding training programs, and developing career advancement paths.
• Comprehensive Workforce Plan: A detailed five-year workforce plan will be submitted to the legislature, assessing current workforce supply, projecting future needs, and recommending strategies for alignment.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Creation of New Statutory Framework: This bill proposes new sections in the Minnesota Statutes (chapter 144) to formalize the establishment and operation of the Minnesota Health Care Workforce Advisory Council.
• Five-Year Planning Cycle: The introduction of a structured, ongoing five-year planning process for workforce needs, evaluation, and legislative reporting.
• Enhanced Data Access: The commissioner of health will have the authority to request data from state agencies to support the council's activities and reports.

Relevant Terms

health care workforce, workforce advisory council, health equity, health professions, workforce diversity, health care training, retention strategies, Minnesota health care, legislative recommendations, data evaluation.