The "Larry R. Hill Medical Reform Act" aims to enhance medical care standards in correctional facilities across Minnesota. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 241.021, by introducing new requirements for the inspection and licensing of correctional facilities. Key provisions include the establishment of minimum standards for mental health and substance use disorder treatment, policies for the involuntary administration of medications, suicide prevention plans, and discharge planning that ensures individuals receive prescribed medications upon release. Additionally, the bill mandates that all deaths and significant incidents within these facilities be reported to the commissioner of corrections, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new subdivision that requires correctional facilities to provide incarcerated individuals with the same medications they were prescribed prior to their confinement, unless a licensed healthcare professional determines otherwise. This provision emphasizes the importance of continuity of care for individuals in correctional settings, ensuring that their medical needs are met consistently. Overall, the act seeks to improve the health and well-being of individuals in correctional facilities by establishing comprehensive medical care standards and enhancing oversight of these institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 241.021