HF669 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Children's mental health programs modified, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF928
AI Generated Summary
The bill proposes to modify and improve children's mental health programs in Minnesota. It seeks to expand the allowable activities and expenses that can be covered by grants meant for mental health services in schools. This includes identifying and diagnosing mental health conditions, providing treatment, and supporting families in accessing mental health services for their children. It also emphasizes the use of telehealth services and helps cover the costs associated with providing these services in schools, such as equipment and transportation when school is not in session.
Additionally, the bill updates guidelines regarding the transportation services provided under Minnesota's health care programs, ensuring that non-emergency medical transportation is accessible and meets quality and safety standards. This includes transportation for medical appointments with specific requirements for different transportation providers (like taxis and volunteer drivers), and ensures appropriate reimbursement for these services. The bill also mandates that transportation providers comply with certain operational standards and that they receive appropriate payments based on the assessed needs and actual services provided.
Overall, the bill aims to strengthen support for mental health in schools and improve the management and accountability of transportation services under health care programs.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Human Services Finance and Policy |
| February 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Additional rules for non-emergency medical transportation providers, including driver-assisted services.",
"Requirements for web-based administrative tools for transportation services."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill amends section 256B.0625 relating to medical assistance transportation costs and expands provisions for non-emergency medical transportation.",
"modified": [
"Updated reimbursement rates and conditions under which rates must be adjusted."
]
},
"citation": "256B.0625"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "References section 245C.14 regarding disqualification notice for non-emergency medical transportation providers.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "245C.14"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "References section 245C.22 pertaining to the set-aside of disqualifications specific to transportation providers.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "245C.22"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "Cites section 245C.23 concerning appeals processes for disqualifications in transportation services.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "245C.23"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "Mentions section 256B.041 related to vendors of medical care.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "256B.041"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "Includes section 256B.064 which involves sanctions and monetary recovery actions against vendors.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "256B.064"
}
]