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SF3246 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Community first services and supports requirements modifications and consultation services as an optional service under the agency-provider model specification provision

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This legislative proposal aims to update the Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) requirements in Minnesota, specifically by making consultation services an optional part of the agency-provider model. It seeks to refine how CFSS services are managed and delivered to enhance individual choice and align more closely with participants' needs.

Main Provisions

  • Modification of Definitions: The bill updates definitions related to CFSS, including terms like "activities of daily living" and introduces detailed explanations for concepts like "complex health-related needs" and "consultation services."

  • Consultation Services: It specifies that consultation services are optional within the agency-provider model. These services help participants make informed choices about their CFSS and assist in developing a person-centered service delivery plan.

  • Temporary Authorization: Allows for temporary CFSS authorizations without initial assessments, lasting up to 45 days. An assessment would be needed for services extending beyond this period.

  • Service Delivery Plans: Dictates that service delivery plans must be developed through a person-centered planning process, with detailed specifications on what the plan should include, such as goals, supports, and risk management.

  • Budget Model: Under this model, participants have control over their services and budget but must use consultation services and financial management services (FMS) to manage their budget and employ support workers.

  • Agency-Provider Model: Participants may choose this model without requiring consultation services, but if chosen without these services, providers must offer orientation information and details on participant protections.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Flexibility and Access: Introduces greater flexibility in accessing CFSS by allowing temporary service authorizations without a full assessment.

  • Expanded Participant Choice: Empowers participants by providing them more control and options in selecting their service delivery model, either via the agency-provider model or the budget model.

  • Consultation Services as Optional: Previously mandatory consultation services are now optional under the agency-provider model, allowing participants more autonomy.

  • Financial Management: Emphasizes the management of CFSS services by requiring bigger integration of financial management services, especially in the budget model.

Relevant Terms

  • Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)
  • Agency-provider model
  • Budget model
  • Consultation services
  • Financial management services (FMS)
  • Service delivery plan
  • Person-centered planning
  • Activities of daily living (ADLs)

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 03, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 03, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHuman Services
SenateNoteActionSee

Citations

 
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Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee

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