Home and community-based services case management modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's home and community-based services case management requirements to improve oversight and quality. It directly affects county agencies, private vendors, and individuals receiving waiver services by establishing new rules for how case management services must be delivered and monitored. The legislation requires case managers to provide annual face-to-face visits, mandates culturally responsive contracting processes with competitive proposals every two years, and prohibits new contracts or renewals after July 1, 2029. Additionally, the bill establishes a working group to oversee waiver case management quality and requires case managers to complete at least 20 hours of annual training covering person-centered planning, cultural competency, and other essential skills.