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HF2457 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Critical access nursing facility funding increased, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF1948

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to increase financial support for critical access nursing facilities in Minnesota. This is achieved by allocating additional funding to adjust the reimbursement rates provided to these facilities.

Main Provisions

  • The bill proposes the appropriation of $1,000,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
  • These funds are to be allocated from the state's general fund.
  • The funding is directed to the commissioner of human services to specifically adjust the rates for critical access nursing facilities, as outlined under Minnesota Statutes section 256R.47.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • The bill introduces adjusted rate funding to support critical access nursing facilities, which are essential in providing healthcare services to underserved areas.
  • This financial injection is aimed at ensuring these facilities can continue to operate effectively by receiving additional state support.

Relevant Terms

adjustment, appropriation, commissioner of human services, critical access nursing facilities, funding, Minnesota Statutes section 256R.47, rate adjustment.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 16, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHuman Services Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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      "summary": "This bill appropriates funds for rate adjustments for critical access nursing facilities under section 256R.47.",
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    },
    "citation": "256R.47"
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