HF3116

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to extend the expiration date for appropriations designated for caregiver support programs and services. These programs are intended to aid caregivers by providing them with necessary support and respite services.

Main Provisions

• Caregiver Respite Services Grants: The bill appropriates $2,000,000 in fiscal year 2025 specifically for caregiver respite services. These services fall under Minnesota Statutes section 256.9756, and the funds are available until June 30, 2027.
• Caregiver Support Programs Funding: An allocation of $2,500,000 in fiscal year 2025 will be utilized by the Minnesota Board on Aging to support caregiver programs as per Minnesota Statutes section 256.9755. These programs are required to include services specific to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as part of their offerings. This funding is extended and will remain available until June 30, 2028.

Significant Changes

• The key change made by this bill is the extension of the availability of certain appropriations. Originally, the funds were available through June 30, 2027, but this bill extends the expiration for the caregiver support programs to June 30, 2028.

Relevant Terms

caregiver support, respite services, ALS-specific services, Minnesota Board on Aging, appropriations extension, human services grants