SF1706

Human services data and veterans data provisions modifications
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)

Related bill: HF1662

AI Generated Summary

This bill (S.F. No. 1706) modifies provisions related to veterans' data access and human services data in Minnesota. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.461 and 197.065, to allow the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) to electronically access the MAXIS database maintained by the Department of Human Services.

Key Provisions:

Expanded Data Access: The Commissioner of Veterans Affairs is authorized to access the MAXIS database to verify the eligibility of applicants for:
- The State Soldiers Assistance Program
- The Veterans Stable Housing Initiative
- The Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability Insurance (SSI/SSDI) Outreach, Access, and Recovery program
Purpose of Access: The data sharing is intended to ensure that veterans receive all state and federal resources for which they qualify, improving their access to essential benefits.

The bill aims to enhance support services for veterans by streamlining benefit verification and connecting them with necessary assistance programs.

Bill text versions

1st Engrossment PDF PDF file

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Actions

Date	Chamber	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 20, 2025	Senate	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 20, 2025	Senate	Action	Referred to	Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
March 24, 2025	Senate	Action	Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to	Judiciary and Public Safety
	Senate	Action	HF substituted in committee
	Senate	Action	See
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