SF3106

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to extend the availability of funds allocated for specific human services programs in Minnesota. It focuses on modifying the timeline for spending certain appropriations previously enacted by the state legislature.

Main Provisions

• Locked Intensive Residential Treatment Services: A $1,000,000 appropriation is provided for locked residential treatment services for fiscal year 2025. These services are intended for patients who meet specific medical criteria and may require competency examinations under sections 611.40 to 611.59 of the Minnesota Statutes. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2027.

• Engagement Services Pilot Grants: A total of $1,500,000 is designated for engagement services pilot grants in fiscal year 2025. Otter Tail County is allocated $250,000 of this amount for its pilot grant. The availability of this appropriation is extended to June 30, 2028.

• Mental Health Innovation Grant Program: $1,321,000 is allocated for the mental health innovation grant program for fiscal year 2025, with the funds remaining accessible until June 30, 2026.

• Behavioral Health Services for Immigrant and Refugee Communities: A $354,000 appropriation is specified for fiscal year 2025, directed towards African Immigrant Community Services. This funding supports culturally and linguistically appropriate services for new Americans who are managing disabilities, mental health issues, and substance use disorders. It is available until June 30, 2027.

Significant Changes

• Extension of Fund Availability: This bill modifies previous legislation by extending the timeline for the expenditure of funds allocated for certain human services programs. Specifically, the engagement services pilot grant deadline is moved from 2026 to 2028.

• Base Level Adjustment: The bill adjusts the general fund base by decreasing it by $1,811,000 for both fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• Locked Intensive Residential Treatment
• Engagement Services Pilot Grants
• Mental Health Innovation Grant
• Behavioral Health
• Immigrant and Refugee Communities
• Minnesota Statutes sections 611.40 to 611.59