Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to establish a special budget exception for people in Minnesota who have both developmental disabilities and Type 1 diabetes. It is focused on providing additional support for individuals who qualify under certain home and community-based services waivers.

Main Provisions

• Eligibility: To qualify for this budget exception, an individual must have a formal assessment showing both a developmental disability and a diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes.
• Support Structure: The bill proposes the creation of an exception process within the consumer-directed community supports framework.
• Funding Details: The exception allows for funding equivalent to nine hours per day at the current home care nursing rate. This support is provided through a registered nurse under existing waiver programs.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill adds a new subdivision to Minnesota Statutes section 256B.4911, modifying the way home and community-based service waivers operate for individuals who meet the specific diagnostic criteria.
• This change allows for additional funding and support specifically aimed at individuals who have both developmental disabilities and Type 1 diabetes, which was not previously accounted for under existing legislation.

Relevant Terms

• Developmental disabilities
• Type 1 diabetes
• Home and community-based services waivers
• Consumer-directed community supports
• Home care nursing