This bill modifies provisions related to veterans and human services data in Minnesota. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.461, subdivision 27, by replacing the term "State soldiers assistance program" with "Veterans affairs programs" and expands access to information for verifying eligibility to include the Veterans Stable Housing Initiative and other veterans programs.

Additionally, the bill amends section 197.065, allowing the commissioner of veterans affairs to electronically access the MAXIS database maintained by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, rather than the Department of Human Services. This access is intended to ensure that veterans can connect with all available state and federal resources for which they are eligible, including benefits under the State Soldiers Assistance Program, the Veterans Stable Housing Initiative, and other veterans programs.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.461, 197.065
1st Engrossment: 13.461, 197.065