Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify the authorization process for housing stabilization services provided to individuals eligible for certain waiver services in Minnesota. It intends to streamline how these services are delivered and ensure they align with person-centered planning.

Main Provisions

• Authorization by Waiver Case Managers: The bill stipulates that waiver case managers are responsible for determining eligibility for housing stabilization services following a person-centered plan agreed upon by an eligible provider.

• Service Limits:

  • Individuals can receive up to 150 hours of housing transition services per move, with no more than half of these services offered remotely.
  • Up to 150 hours of housing sustaining services can be provided each year, with the same remote service limitation.
  • The bill allows up to $3,000 for moving expenses during each eligibility span.
  • Housing consultation services are permitted once per year.

• Exception Requests: Waiver case managers must forward any requests for exceeding these service limits to the commissioner of human services for approval.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces specific caps on the amount of housing stabilization services provided, with a mix of in-person and remote service options. It involves a more defined role for waiver case managers in approving and regulating the services provided under these waivers.

Relevant Terms

housing stabilization services, waiver case managers, person-centered plan, remote services, housing transition services, housing sustaining services, moving expenses, housing consultation services.