The bill establishes a Community Care Hub Grant under the direction of the Commissioner of Health in Minnesota, aimed at expanding and strengthening the community care hub model. This model organizes and supports a network of health and social care service providers to address health-related social needs, such as food insecurity and housing instability. The bill defines key terms related to community care hubs and outlines eligibility criteria for applicants, which include being recognized by federal health agencies and having contracts with health plans in Minnesota. The grant funding must be used for various purposes, including engaging community-based organizations, centralizing administrative functions, and creating sustainable financial pathways for services.

Additionally, the bill mandates that grantees report on the outcomes of the community care hub initiatives and requires the Commissioner of Health to evaluate these initiatives based on cost savings and health impact outcomes. The bill appropriates $8.9 million for the community care hub grant and an additional $1 million for evaluation and technical assistance, both available until June 30, 2030. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.