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SF932 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Minnesota Health Plan establishment

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The proposed bill, S.F. No. 932, aims to establish the Minnesota Health Plan, a universal health care system intended to ensure that all Minnesota residents receive comprehensive health care coverage. This includes medical, dental, vision, hearing, mental health, long-term care, and more. The plan proposes several main components including a Health Board to manage the system, a Health Fund for funding, and an Office for Health Quality and Planning to maintain high standards.

The bill emphasizes affordability with premiums based on income and no copays, stressing the importance of preventive care and patient choice in providers. It also requests changes needed for state compliance with federal law, specifically a waiver from the Affordable Care Act. Additionally, the plan mandates creating a simple and transparent billing system, extensive coverage including emergency and long-term care, and a robust network of providers to ensure access for all residents. The bill outlines funding mechanisms through premiums, state and federal funds, and possibly a business health tax. Finally, it sets frameworks for transparency, accountability, and public input to maintain the health plan's integrity and responsiveness to the needs of Minnesotans.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 02, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 02, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 02, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toCommerce and Consumer Protection
February 02, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toCommerce and Consumer Protection
February 09, 2025HouseFloorActionWithdrawn and re-referred toHealth and Human Services
February 09, 2025SenateFloorActionWithdrawn and re-referred toHealth and Human Services

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Data on enrollees for grievances may be released to providers or the board. "
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Private data on individuals as defined under this section are subject to release restrictions.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "13.02",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 12"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Request for ACA waiver under section 1332 to alter premium tax credit collections."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill seeks waivers or adaptation of federal provisions related to subsidies and insurance coverage.",
      "modified": [
        "Seeks to redirect federal funds to the state health plan."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "36B",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requesting waiver for this federal provision for transitioning to state health plan."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill references the federal mandate on individual health coverage.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "5000A",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Allows the state's health plan to seek reimbursement from third-party payers."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Provides a right of recovery for state health benefits similar to existing legislation for medical assistance.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "256B.37",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "The bill includes procedures for applying for a waiver."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Section references ACA waiver application requirements.",
      "modified": [
        "Aligns state health plan practice with federal law requirements."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "1332",
    "subdivision": ""
  }
]

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