This bill modifies the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board by amending several sections of the Minnesota Statutes. Key changes include the requirement for a minimum of six affirmative votes for the board to take action, with specific representation from commissioners, nursing home employers, and workers. The board is tasked with establishing minimum nursing home employment standards, including wage standards, by November 1, 2024, and must ensure that these standards are not less protective than existing laws. Additionally, the board is required to investigate market conditions and consider various factors, such as wage data and collective bargaining agreements, when determining these standards.

The bill also introduces new provisions regarding the certification of worker and employer organizations to provide training to nursing home workers, establishing criteria for certification and renewal. It mandates that the board conduct a review of the minimum employment standards every two years and allows for the adoption of new rules as necessary. Furthermore, the bill stipulates that no new standards can take effect without an estimated cost analysis and legislative appropriation to cover the associated expenses, ensuring that any changes are financially viable for nursing facilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 177.27
1st Engrossment: 181.213
2nd Engrossment: 181.212, 181.213, 181.214, 181.215