This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 144.122, which governs the fees assessed by the commissioner of health for various permits, licenses, registrations, and certifications. The bill allows the commissioner to prescribe procedures and fees for filing and issuing these documents, ensuring that the total fees collected approximate the cost of administering the program. It also introduces a provision for reduced fees for applications submitted during the last three months of the permit or license period. Additionally, the bill specifies that fees for voluntary certification of medical and environmental laboratories can be charged without adhering to the standard procedures outlined in paragraph (a) or chapter 14.

Significantly, the bill modifies the fee structure for assisted living facilities and facilities with dementia care, allowing for adjustments based on the percentage of residents receiving home and community-based waiver services. Facilities with more than 50% of such residents may receive a renewal fee that is up to 10% lower than the standard fee, while those with less than 50% may face a fee that is up to 10% higher. The bill also removes a previous provision stating that fees are nonrefundable even if received before July 1, 2017, for licenses or registrations effective on or after that date. Overall, the bill aims to create a more equitable fee structure while ensuring that the fees collected support the costs of health program administration.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144.122