Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide funding to support older homeowners in Minnesota by helping them modify their homes for improved safety and accessibility. The initiative aims to enable seniors to live independently and comfortably in their homes for a longer period.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates a total of $3,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the state's general fund.
• These funds are intended as a grant to the organization Age Well at Home.
• The grant will be used to establish the Minnesota Age in Place Network.

Significant Changes

• The funding will be used specifically for home modifications and safety renovations in houses owned by older, low to moderate-income homeowners.
• The maximum allowable cost for any single home modification or renovation project is set at $20,000.
• Up to 10% of the grant may be used by Age Well at Home to cover administrative expenses related to establishing, expanding, and maintaining the network.

Relevant Terms

• Home modifications
• Safety renovations
• Age in Place Network
• Older homeowners
• Low to moderate-income