This bill modifies MinnesotaCare eligibility rules to exclude undocumented noncitizens from receiving coverage. It directly affects individuals residing in Minnesota without legal immigration status, removing their access to the state's health insurance program. The legislation defines undocumented noncitizens as those living in the United States without approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and requires families with citizen children to provide documentation proving their citizenship status. The change takes effect immediately upon final enactment, with no grandfathering provisions for adults who were previously enrolled in MinnesotaCare.
SF 4054 modifies MinnesotaCare eligibility to exclude undocumented noncitizens. The bill amends state law to state that undocumented noncitizens (defined as those residing without U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services approval) are ineligible for MinnesotaCare, effective January 1, 2026. Lawfully present noncitizens meeting federal definitions and income guidelines (up to 200% of the federal poverty level) remain eligible, as do families with citizen children who provide required citizenship documentation. This change directly affects undocumented noncitizens seeking MinnesotaCare coverage after the effective date. The bill does not alter eligibility for emergency medical assistance under separate provisions.
HF 1323 prohibits undocumented noncitizens (students without legal U.S. immigration status) from receiving state-funded financial aid for higher education in Minnesota. The bill amends state law to explicitly state that undocumented students cannot receive any state tax revenue-funded aid, including grants, scholarships, tuition waivers, or other financial assistance from public colleges or the state. This applies to all state financial aid programs, excluding federal aid or private scholarships. The policy takes effect for fall 2025-2026 academic year aid awards.
HF 894 amends Minnesota law to explicitly exclude undocumented noncitizens from eligibility for MinnesotaCare, the state's health insurance program. The bill defines "undocumented noncitizens" as individuals residing in the U.S. without approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This change directly affects noncitizens without legal immigration status who previously qualified for MinnesotaCare, while maintaining eligibility for U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawfully present noncitizens under existing rules. The amendment takes effect the day after final enactment.
SF 690 prohibits state-funded services - including MinnesotaCare health coverage and the North Star Promise scholarship program - from being provided to undocumented noncitizens. The bill amends Minnesota statutes to define undocumented noncitizens as those residing in the U.S. without approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, excluding them from eligibility for these state programs. It explicitly states that undocumented individuals cannot receive any financial aid, grants, or services paid for with state tax revenue. The changes take effect immediately upon final enactment, with the North Star Promise scholarship ineligibility applying to awards beginning fall 2025. This directly affects undocumented noncitizens seeking healthcare or postsecondary education support through state programs.
This bill prohibits undocumented noncitizens from receiving state-funded financial aid in Minnesota. It specifically bars state tax revenue payments, grants, loans, or subsidies for higher education from being provided to noncitizens who are not lawfully present in the U.S. The policy applies to all state financial aid programs, including the North Star Promise scholarship, and takes effect for the fall 2025-2026 academic year. It directly affects undocumented noncitizen students seeking state financial assistance for college.
HF 10 prohibits Minnesota state-funded financial assistance, including health coverage and college scholarships, for undocumented noncitizens. The bill explicitly excludes undocumented noncitizens (defined as those residing without U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services approval) from MinnesotaCare (state health insurance) and the North Star Promise scholarship program. It amends state statutes to require that these programs deny eligibility to individuals without lawful immigration status. The policy change takes effect upon final enactment, with scholarship eligibility applying to awards beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.
