HF2704

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify application processing times for housing stabilization services and adjust the rates for supplemental housing support services in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• Provider Qualifications: Providers offering housing stabilization services must register as medical assistance providers in Minnesota and adhere to federal and state regulations. They are required to conduct background checks, keep related documentation, provide services directly without subcontractors, and complete annual training on vulnerable adult care.

• Application Processing Time: The bill mandates that applications for providers must be processed by the commissioner within two weeks of submission, reducing administrative delays.

• Reduction in Supplemental Service Rates: Supplemental service rates will be cut by half over two years for those eligible for housing stabilization services. However, this rate reduction does not apply from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Services must be non-duplicative for individuals receiving both supplemental and housing stabilization services.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Introduces a two-week processing deadline for provider applications, which aims to accelerate access to housing stabilization services.
• Implements a phased reduction in supplemental service rates over a two-year period, with some temporary suspension, to ensure efficient allocation of state resources.

Relevant Terms

housing stabilization services, application processing, supplemental service rates, background checks, vulnerable adult training, provider qualifications.