SF2796

SF2796 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Waiver case management labor market analysis requirement provision and waiver case management rates increase provision

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to enhance human services in Minnesota by requiring a labor market analysis for waiver case management and increasing the rates for these services. It also mandates regular reporting to improve oversight and effectiveness.

Main Provisions

Waiver Case Management Labor Market Analysis: The bill requires an analysis of the labor market related to waiver case management services. This is intended to ensure that wages and conditions reflect current market trends, potentially leading to better service delivery and retention of skilled personnel.
Increase in Waiver Case Management Rates: The bill proposes increasing the rates paid for waiver case management services. This is aimed at addressing wage disparities and enhancing the quality of care provided to individuals reliant on these services.
Reporting Requirements: Regular reporting on the efficacy and financial aspects of waiver case management services is required, which will help in policy decisions and adjustments as needed.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Amendments to Statutes: The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.0922, subdivision 1, clarifying and expanding on the existing guidelines for the community supports program.
Expanded Access to Essential Community Supports: It outlines that essential community supports will be available for eligible persons who are 65 years old or older, and who do not qualify for medical assistance, ensuring they receive targeted services such as adult day services, caregiver support, homemaker support, and home-delivered meals.

Relevant Terms

Waiver case management
Essential community supports
Labor market analysis
Medicaid waiver services
Federal matching funds
Elderly waiver plan
Service coordination

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 19, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 19, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Human Services

Citations

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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requires waiver case management labor market analysis and increased waiver case management rates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "No removal of existing provisions noted."
      ],
      "summary": "The bill amends statute section 256B.0922 concerning essential community supports for persons aged 65 and older.",
      "modified": [
        "Increases the cap for essential community supports to $400 per person monthly and specifies service coordination funding not to exceed $600 annually."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "256B.0922"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "No new provisions added."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "No provisions removed."
      ],
      "summary": "Reference for nursing facility placement level of care requirements remains unchanged.",
      "modified": [
        "None noted, reference remains consistent with existing statute requirements."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "144.0724"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "None noted."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "None noted."
      ],
      "summary": "Relates to community assessments for determining eligibility for essential community supports.",
      "modified": [
        "The bill makes references to multiple subdivisions including 17 to 21, 23, 24, or 27 for community assessments."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "256B.0911"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "None noted."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "None noted."
      ],
      "summary": "Relates to financial eligibility criteria for the alternative care program.",
      "modified": [
        "Reference ensures consistency with eligibility criteria concerning financial assessment."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "256B.0913"
  }
]