HF2291
Palliative Care Advisory Council funding provided, and money appropriated.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF2394
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to allocate funding for the Palliative Care Advisory Council in Minnesota. Palliative care focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness, improving the quality of life for patients and their families.
Main Provisions
- Funding Allocation: The bill appropriates $44,000 annually for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from Minnesota's general fund.
- Use of Funds: The allocated money is to be used by the commissioner of health to support the Palliative Care Advisory Council, which is responsible for advising on palliative care initiatives and improvements.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This bill provides dedicated financial support to the Palliative Care Advisory Council for the specified fiscal years, ensuring consistent funding to facilitate its work in advising on palliative care services within the state.
Relevant Terms
palliative care, funding, appropriation, health care, quality of life, general fund, Minnesota, advisory council
Past committee meetings
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Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Health Finance and Policy | |
| April 10, 2025 | House | Action | Author added | ||
| April 28, 2025 | House | Action | Author added | ||
| April 07, 2026 | House | Action | Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to | Ways and Means | |
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