This bill seeks to improve mental health services in Minnesota by redefining "mental illness" to include a wider array of conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and a new category for "complex post-traumatic stress disorder." It mandates the availability of case management services for adults with serious and persistent mental illness or complex post-traumatic stress disorder. Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program aimed at providing evidence-based interventions for youth and young adults at risk of early episodes of bipolar disorder, which includes funding for intensive treatment, medication management, and outreach for mental health professionals.

The legislation also introduces new regulations for nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT) services, specifying reimbursement structures based on the mode of transportation rather than vehicle type, and outlines the responsibilities of local agencies in managing these services. It expands coverage for mental health case management to include individuals with complex post-traumatic stress disorder and establishes payment methodologies for these services. The bill emphasizes the importance of training for staff providing direct services, including medication administration, and expands telehealth services. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the mental health infrastructure in Minnesota, ensuring that services are accessible and tailored to the needs of individuals facing mental health challenges.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 62A.673, 245.462, 256B.0625
1st Engrossment: 245.462, 245.467, 245.4711, 245.4712, 245.4889, 245I.05, 245I.11, 256B.0625