Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to clarify and update regulations regarding out-of-state billing for specific disability waiver services provided to individuals under Minnesota's home and community-based services programs.

Main Provisions

• Submission of Amendments: The bill directs the Commissioner of Human Services to propose amendments to the existing home and community-based services waiver plans. These amendments must be submitted by December 1, 2025.
• Expanded Service Definitions: The amendments will include the inclusion of certain services such as individualized home supports without training, respite care, and night supervision as direct care staff services.
• Out-of-State Coverage: These services can apply to waiver participants who are temporarily traveling out-of-state or attending an out-of-state postsecondary educational institution.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill effectively expands the scope of services that can be billed to include out-of-state scenarios, which were not explicitly covered before. This change seeks to provide more flexibility and continuity of care for individuals with disabilities who might be outside Minnesota's borders temporarily.

Relevant Terms

• Human Services
• Disability Waiver Services
• Individualized Home Supports
• Respite Care
• Night Supervision
• Out-of-State Billing
• Home and Community-based Services