SF1114

Senate File No. 1114 is a bill proposed in Minnesota that aims to introduce a refundable income tax credit for home care providers. The bill recommends amendments to existing state laws regarding long-term care consultation services. Specifically, it requires each Minnesota county to maintain a consultation team consisting of certified assessors, including social workers and nurses, who provide necessary long-term care consultations to all residents requesting these services, irrespective of their eligibility for state healthcare programs.

The bill specifies conditions under which caregivers can qualify for the proposed tax credit. To be eligible, caregivers must offer services that are recognized as either community-first services or personal care assistance services. These services must be provided daily, in-person, and must meet the specific needs of the service recipients, helping to delay or prevent the need for out-of-home care placements.

Additionally, the bill encourages counties and Tribes to collaborate in forming joint consultation teams to ensure these services are delivered effectively and within required timelines.