The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.4914, to revise the disability waiver rates by updating the calculations for staffing wage indices and payment rates for various community support services. A significant change is the introduction of a competitive workforce factor of 16.76 percent, which will take effect on January 1, 2026, or upon federal approval, replacing the previous factor of 6.7 percent. Additionally, the base wage index for supervisory staff will now be determined by a combination of median wages for specific job categories rather than a flat percentage, aiming to better reflect current wage standards.

The bill also outlines effective dates for the new provisions, with some sections becoming effective the day after final enactment, while others will be implemented on January 1, 2026, or upon federal approval. The commissioner of human services is responsible for notifying the revisor of statutes once federal approval is secured. Overall, these amendments are designed to improve the compensation structure for staff providing services to individuals with disabilities, ensuring that payment rates are aligned with current economic conditions and workforce needs.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256B.4914