County cost of care provisions modified, required admission timelines modified, report required, and money appropriated.

HF 2416 modifies how counties pay for mental health care in state facilities. Counties now pay 0% for the first 30 days of care, 20% for days 31 and beyond if clinically appropriate, and 100% when discharge is deemed appropriate. The bill temporarily (until June 30, 2025) exempts counties from paying for certain clients awaiting transfer to another facility under specific conditions. It also requires a public dashboard showing waitlist data for mental health services, including average wait times and referral metrics, to increase transparency. These changes affect counties, mental health facilities, and individuals receiving care in Minnesota's state-operated mental health programs.