HF1978
Consumer-directed community supports budget exception for persons with certain diagnoses established.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF2356
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill is intended to support individuals with specific medical conditions by adjusting the financial allocations available to them for community-based care. It focuses on aiding those with both developmental disabilities and type 1 diabetes.
Main Provisions
- Consumer-directed Community Supports: The bill proposes establishing a budget exception process for individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities and type 1 diabetes.
- Eligibility: To qualify, individuals must have both conditions documented in their assessment under specific sections of Minnesota law (256B.0911).
- Budget Exception Details: The exception involves an annual supplementary budget calculated based on nine hours of daily home care nursing services by a registered nurse, funded through the home and community-based services waivers.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.4911, by adding a new subdivision to implement the proposed budget exception specifically targeting persons with both developmental disabilities and type 1 diabetes.
Relevant Terms
- Community-based services
- Developmental disability
- Type 1 diabetes
- Consumer-directed support
- Home care nursing
- Budget exception
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 06, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Human Services Finance and Policy | |
| April 07, 2025 | House | Action | Author added | ||
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Progress through the legislative process
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