This bill aims to clarify the regulations surrounding out-of-state billing for certain disability waiver services in Minnesota. It mandates that by December 1, 2025, the commissioner of human services must propose amendments to the home and community-based services waiver plans. These amendments will expand the definition of "direct care staff services" to include individualized home supports without training, respite, and night supervision for waiver participants who are temporarily traveling out of state or attending an out-of-state postsecondary institution.

The bill seeks to ensure that individuals receiving disability waiver services can access necessary support while away from their home state, thereby enhancing their ability to travel or pursue education without losing access to essential services. This legislative change reflects a commitment to improving the flexibility and accessibility of care for individuals with disabilities.