Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to allocate money to support organizations that help people enroll in medical assistance programs like MNsure. These organizations, often referred to as "navigator organizations," assist individuals in navigating the enrollment process for Minnesota's health care programs.

Main Provisions

• The bill sets aside $1,936,000 for the fiscal year 2026.
• The funds come from the health care access fund and are designated for grants.
• The grants are specifically meant for organizations with a current contract with MNsure, which is Minnesota's health insurance marketplace.
• Grant amounts will be based on the success of these organizations in helping enroll individuals in medical assistance or MinnesotaCare during a specific period in fiscal year 2025.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a one-time appropriation, which means it is a single grant allocation available only once and is set to expire on June 30, 2027.
• This funding mechanism incentivizes navigator organizations to successfully assist more individuals, thereby potentially increasing enrollment in state health care programs.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• Health care access fund
• Navigator organizations
• MNsure
• Medical assistance
• MinnesotaCare
• Enrollment assistance