This bill establishes the Healthy Aging Subcabinet within Minnesota Management and Budget, aimed at ensuring that all individuals in Minnesota age with dignity and have equitable access to health and well-being throughout their lives. The subcabinet will assist in creating a Minnesota Healthy Aging Plan, engage public participation in policy development, and identify opportunities to improve the quality of life for older adults. The bill outlines the responsibilities of a director appointed by the governor, who will lead the subcabinet and the Citizens' Engagement Council, ensuring that the perspectives of older adults and caregivers are included in policy recommendations.

Additionally, the bill appropriates $1,700,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support the implementation of the Healthy Aging Subcabinet's initiatives. The subcabinet will focus on integrating aging-related considerations into state planning, promoting evidence-based policies, and evaluating the impact of current aging initiatives. It will also establish a Citizens' Engagement Council to gather diverse perspectives and feedback on aging-related programs, ensuring that the voices of older adults are heard in the development of the Minnesota Healthy Aging Plan.