This bill modifies the requirements for the Waiver Reimagine initiative in Minnesota, establishing a Legislative Task Force on Waiver Reimagine to oversee the process. Key amendments include a requirement for the commissioner of human services to submit a detailed report on the plans for Waiver Reimagine Phase II by December 15, 2026, which must include the actual plan intended for federal approval and any adjustments to the service menu and individual budgets based on assessed needs rather than service location. The bill also emphasizes that individual budgets should be set according to individual needs, ensuring that the assessment tool used covers necessary services for living in the least restrictive environment.

The newly formed Legislative Task Force will consist of various stakeholders, including members from the legislature, individuals receiving waiver benefits, county employees, and representatives from disability advocacy organizations. The task force is tasked with making recommendations on consolidating existing waiver programs, establishing budget methodologies, and ensuring that the new waiver service menu allows individuals to live in their chosen settings. The task force must submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations by January 15, 2027, and will expire upon submission of this report or by December 31, 2027, whichever comes first.