SF2612 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
County implementation of service delivery transformation requirements and information technology modernization projects appropriation
Related bill: HF2425
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to allocate funds for updating and improving information technology systems used by human services and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families in Minnesota. This includes aiding county-level implementation of service delivery changes and modernizing outdated technology infrastructure.
Main Provisions
County Grants for Service Delivery Transformation: The bill proposes a one-time financial appropriation from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2026 to support counties as they implement new service delivery models. Each county will receive a grant based on a formula developed by the commissioner of human services, which will consider the number of people each county serves and other relevant factors.
County Grants for Information Technology Infrastructure: Another one-time allocation is designated for counties to upgrade and modernize their IT infrastructure. This includes creating updates that can work with the existing systems in the Department of Human Services and promoting collaboration between larger and smaller counties. County applications will be evaluated with input from state county associations.
Improvements to the Social Services Information System: The bill also sets aside money for the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to enhance their technology systems that manage social services. This funding, available until June 30, 2027, aims to ensure that these systems are more effective and up-to-date.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
The bill introduces new financial support mechanisms for counties to meet updated state technology and service delivery standards. It encourages cooperation between counties and state departments to ensure technological consistency and efficiency across Minnesota's human services infrastructure.
Relevant Terms
- Human services
- Service delivery transformation
- Information technology modernization
- County grants
- Legacy systems
- Social services information system
- Department of Children, Youth, and Families
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 16, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Health and Human Services |