The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.4905, subdivision 5a, to enhance employment opportunities for working-age individuals with disabilities. It mandates that the commissioner of human services ensure that disability waivers support the presumption that all working-age Minnesotans with disabilities can work and achieve competitive integrated employment. Additionally, it requires that waiver recipients be offered the chance to work and earn a competitive wage before being limited to day services.

Furthermore, the bill explicitly prohibits the commissioner from adopting any rules or policies that would eliminate, reduce, or limit the availability of day services or restrict a waiver recipient's ability to earn a special minimum wage under specific federal and state regulations. This provision aims to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities to access necessary services and earn wages, thereby promoting their inclusion in the workforce. The changes take effect the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256B.4905