Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a trust system for current and recent foster youth in Minnesota who receive government benefits or other income, allowing financially responsible agencies to manage these funds on behalf of the children. The legislation authorizes agencies to apply as payees for Supplemental Security Income, retirement benefits, veteran benefits, and similar payments, while requiring written notice to the child, parents, guardians, and other relevant parties about the arrangement. Key provisions mandate that funds be used solely for the child's care, prohibit commingling with other funds, and require agencies to maintain records and submit annual reports to state officials. The bill also ensures that children aged 13 and older receive clear, in-person explanations about how their benefits are being managed.
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Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new Human Services Systems Steering Committee to oversee and recommend improvements to Minnesota's human services information technology systems, which are used by counties and state agencies. The committee will include representatives from the Departments of Human Services, Children, Youth, and Families, and Information Technology Services, along with members from county organizations, who will meet at least quarterly to review system goals, resource allocation, and funding. Before any major changes or new systems are implemented, the relevant commissioners must consult with the committee and counties, and significant changes require at least seven committee members to vote in favor. The committee must also provide public input opportunities, record all votes, and submit annual reports to legislative committees starting in 2027. Additionally, the bill appropriates funds to expand county technology tools like Data Depot and BlueZone Scripting Collaborative to more counties and Tribal Nations.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new state account called the Technology Obsolescence Reduction Keystone Account to help fund the modernization or replacement of outdated information technology systems used by state and local governments. It establishes a priority order for allocating general fund surplus money, ensuring this new account receives up to $80 million once the budget shows a positive balance. The legislation also mandates a one-time transfer of $30 million from the general fund in fiscal year 2027 to start the account and requires the state IT director to submit a modernization plan by February 2027 that ranks which systems need updating.
Maddy summaryThis bill proposes increasing reimbursement rates for specific mental health services, such as psychological and neuropsychological testing, to match 100 percent of the Medicare payment rate starting in 2027. It directly affects providers of these services and managed care organizations operating in Minnesota by requiring them to pay at least the same amount as the fee-for-service rate. The legislation also repeals an older rule that capped payments to masters-prepared mental health professionals at 80 percent of the rate paid to doctoral-level professionals. Additionally, the bill includes a provision to adjust managed care contracts if federal approval for the new rates is delayed, ensuring that any rate increases are not lost to the system.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how the state handles disallowances for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and updates child care licensing rules within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. It requires the department commissioner to create specific performance goals focused on reducing inequities, improving program coordination, and simplifying the process for families to receive services. The legislation also mandates a biennial report to legislative committees detailing all grants received and the department's progress toward these new objectives. Additionally, it grants the commissioner expanded authority to monitor county agencies, enforce compliance with welfare laws, and enter into contracts with various organizations and Tribal Nations to administer assistance programs.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a financial relief program for hospitals and community-based safety net providers in Minnesota that face high levels of uncompensated care. It allows these facilities to apply for state funds to cover costs from treating patients who are uninsured, ineligible for public insurance, and whose care costs between $5,000 and $50,000. The program distributes money proportionally based on the total value of care provided, with a cap ensuring no single provider receives more than 10% of the available funds. Hospitals must submit documentation for services provided during two semi-annual reporting periods to receive reimbursement.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's human services laws to update fee structures for medical record requests and adjust program appropriations. It directly affects healthcare providers, patients, and state agencies by establishing specific maximum charges for paper, electronic, and x-ray copies of medical records. Key provisions include setting a $10 retrieval fee for paper records and waiving all fees for patients appealing Social Security disability claims or those receiving public assistance. Additionally, the legislation requires new reports and amends various statutes related to aging, behavioral health, and housing services.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Minnesota's health policies by adjusting funding for several programs, including newborn screening, medical loan forgiveness, and training for rural residents. It specifically increases the budget for the Department of Health to support the administration of these initiatives and the regulation of health maintenance organizations. The legislation appropriates specific dollar amounts from the state government special revenue fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with provisions for future increases. These financial changes directly affect the commissioner of health and the various programs that rely on these state funds to operate.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new grant program to fund early childhood mental health consultation services for children five years old and younger, primarily benefiting child care providers, mental health clinics, and community service organizations. The grants will support activities such as diagnosing mental health conditions in young children, training clinicians in evidence-based practices, and providing consultation to child care professionals who work with children experiencing significant mental health needs. Additionally, the legislation modifies existing requirements for home and community-based services and day treatment programs to better align with mental health care standards. The bill requires recipients to seek available third-party funding sources and mandates reporting to track how grant funds are utilized.
Maddy summarySF 3861 expands Minnesota's requirement for electronic tracking of human services visits to include additional provider types. It adds three new categories to the list of services needing electronic verification: (1) services from providers designated "high-risk" by the commissioner (using Medicare standards), (2) services specifically labeled "high-risk" by the commissioner, and (3) any other services the commissioner designates. This affects home care and community-based service providers delivering these specific services, requiring them to use electronic systems to document service details like time, location, and provider. The bill modifies Minnesota Statutes 256B.073 to formalize this expanded scope.