HF2935

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to amend funding provisions for certain human services programs in Minnesota. This includes extending the availability of funds for specific grants to enhance mental health services and support for various communities.

Main Provisions

• Locked Intensive Residential Treatment Services: Allocates $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2025 for startup funds to providers offering treatment in locked facilities. These treatments are for patients who require medical necessity and may be involved in competency-related proceedings. This funding is available until June 30, 2027.

• Engagement Services Pilot Grants: Provides $1,500,000 in fiscal year 2025, including $250,000 designated for Otter Tail County. The availability of this funding is extended until June 30, 2028.

• Mental Health Innovation Grant Program: Allocates $1,321,000 in fiscal year 2025 to support the mental health innovation grant program. This fund remains available until June 30, 2026.

• Behavioral Health Services for Immigrant and Refugee Communities: Provides $354,000 in fiscal year 2025 to the African Immigrant Community Services. This funding aims to deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate services and connect individuals with disabilities, mental health needs, and substance use disorders to appropriate service providers. The funds are available until June 30, 2027.

• Base Level Adjustment: Reduces the general fund base by $1,811,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Significant Changes

• Extension of Funding Availability: Specific grants have extended fund availability, allowing longer periods to utilize appropriations for engagement services and mental health innovations.
• Specific Allocations: Detailed funds are designated for targeted programs and communities, particularly focusing on mental health and community-specific services.

Relevant Terms

• Locked Intensive Residential Treatment
• Engagement Services Pilot Grants
• Mental Health Innovation
• Behavioral Health Services
• Immigrant and Refugee Communities
• Competency Examination
• Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services