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HF1337 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Agency's authority with respect to housing support agreements modified.

Related bill: SF814

AI Generated Summary

The bill, H.F. No. 1337, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives by Representative Noor, proposes modifications to the authority of agencies regarding housing support agreements. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256I.04, subdivision 2b.

Key Provisions:

  1. Housing Support Agreements:

    • Must be in writing and use a form developed and approved by the commissioner.
    • Must include details such as provider name, address, relevant licensing, number of beds covered, locations of services, and payment rates.

  2. Provider Verification Requirements:

    • Providers must confirm their current license or registration, including authorization for medication management.
    • Staff working directly with recipients must meet qualification standards.
    • Providers must ensure the provision of housing support and supplementary services if applicable.
    • They must report serious incidents such as recipient deaths or injuries.
    • Residency requirements leading to eviction must be disclosed.
    • Providers cannot restrict recipients' employment hours.

  3. Termination of Agreements:

    • Agreements can be terminated by the commissioner, agency, or provider with a two-month notice.
    • The commissioner may immediately terminate agreements under subdivision 2d.

  4. Agency Obligations:

    • Agencies cannot refuse or limit housing support agreements solely based on:
      • The medical assistance or publicly funded program under which residents receive services.
      • The housing provider's size, capacity, location, zoning, or building type (unless otherwise restricted).

This bill aims to enhance transparency, provider accountability, and ensure fair access to housing support agreements.

Bill text versions

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 23, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHuman Services Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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      "summary": "This bill modifies an agency's authority with respect to housing support agreements under section 256I.01.",
      "modified": [
        "Details the form and contents required for housing support agreements."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "256I.01"
  },
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
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      "summary": "This bill references eligibility criteria and provisions related to housing support under section 256I.06.",
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        "Clarifies that agreements are subject to changes in sections 256I.01 to 256I.06."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "256I.06"
  }
]

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