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SF2988 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Commissioner of health assessed fees governing provisions modifications

Related bill: HF2465

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to revise the regulations surrounding fees that the Minnesota Commissioner of Health can charge for various health-related licenses, permits, and services. It seeks to ensure that these fees are reasonable and cover the costs of administering health programs, while also allowing for adjustments based on specific conditions and service needs.

Main Provisions

  • Fee Structure Adjustments: The bill allows the Commissioner of Health to set procedures and fees for original and renewal permits, licenses, registrations, and certifications. It includes provisions for penalty fees on late renewals and reduced fees for late-application periods.
  • Voluntary Certification Fees: The Commissioner may charge fees for the voluntary certification of medical and environmental laboratories, ensuring these fees cover the service costs.
  • Diagnostic Evaluations: The bill permits the creation of a fee schedule for diagnostic services related to children's health programs, with generated receipts used for maternal and child health programs.
  • Hospital and Nursing Home Fees: Sets specific license fees for hospitals, nursing homes, and related facilities, adjusting them based on accreditation status and facility type.
  • Certification Survey Fees: Establishes fees for initial certification surveys needed for Medicare or Medicaid eligibility for various provider categories.
  • Fee Adjustments for Assisted Living Facilities: Allows for revenue-neutral adjustments based on the proportion of residents receiving home and community-based waiver services.
  • Annual Licensing Fee for Hospitals: Introduces an annual base fee for hospitals, in addition to an incremental fee per bed or bassinet.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • This bill updates the procedure and base fees relating to various health facility licenses, including hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and assisted living facilities.
  • Adjustments in fees are introduced for facilities based on the percentage of residents receiving specific government-supported services.
  • The new fee structure aims to be more aligned with the administrative costs, enhancing fairness and efficiency in health service funding.

Relevant Terms

  • Health Commissioner
  • Fees and Licensing
  • Renewal Penalty
  • Voluntary Certification
  • Medicare/Medicaid
  • Assisted Living Facility
  • Revenue-Neutral Adjustment

Bill text versions

Past committee meetings

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 27, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 27, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHealth and Human Services
April 07, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: To pass
April 07, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
SenateNoteActionRule 47, returned toHealth and Human Services
SenateNoteActionSee

Citations

 
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      "added": [
        "Parameters for adjusting license renewal fees based on the percentage of residents receiving home and community-based waiver services."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill references section 256B.49 in relation to home and community-based waiver services affecting assisted living facility renewal fees.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "256B.49",
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Allocation of revenue from hospital fees towards trauma hospital designations."
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      "summary": "The bill references section 144.605 regarding the allocation of hospital licensing fees towards trauma hospital designations.",
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        "Allocation of revenue from hospital fees towards trauma hospital designations."
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      "summary": "The bill references section 144.6071 regarding the allocation of hospital licensing fees towards trauma hospital designations.",
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    "citation": "144.6071",
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  }
]

Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee

Sponsors